Creativity has been a large part of my life as long as I can remember. As a kid I loved colouring, completing puzzles and drawing. Even in high school I studied art throughout, though I briefly drifted into music picking up a few drum beats, it was the artistic expression rather than the performing that I was drawn to. I particularly enjoyed working with chalk … Continue reading Creativity and Mental Health
Living with progressive MS means adapting at various points throughout life to still maintain independence as much as possible. I still maintain that everyone needs a Super Sarah in their life, my incredible wife and carer, but there are some things that I like to do by myself. Access to a hot drink is very important to me as my temperature often goes from hot … Continue reading Life hacks
Today is the 10 anniversary since my diagnosis with Multiple Sclerosis. It’s not an anniversary I thought I would celebrate but I have been reflecting recently and I think Super Sarah and I have come a long way. We have learned a lot. Here are the biggest lessons that we have learned: 1. A sense of humour really helps. We laugh a lot, mostly at … Continue reading 10 Years of MS
I have a wee problem and it has been quite a journey! Bladder problems are common in people with Multiple Sclerosis. For some, the need to go is urgent and frequent and for others a little help is needed for the bladder to empty. Sometimes it’s both, that’s just how Multiple Sclerosis works. Keep in mind that this is just my story, this is not … Continue reading Bladder problems and MS
When I had to give up work six years ago, Super Sarah supported me in every way. One of the things she suggested doing was volunteering. I have shared many hours with different charities in this time and continue to do so. However, I really needed to do something for me, something to make the weight of unemployment lighter. I love to learn, I am … Continue reading Studying with disabilities
My take on life with MS 