Like being etched in stone, you remember the day you were diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. For some it was a long awaited answer to lingering health problems. While for others, our “d-day” was filled with fearful thoughts of what the future holds. You remember that day like it was the back of your hand. But …
Please enjoy this legal redo of an older My Odd Sock! Relax in front of your television any weekday and it will surely happen within five or ten minutes. Poop cramp? you ask. No silly. I’m talking about seeing a TV commercial from a legal eagle proclaiming your rights to a disability claim. I deserve …
Throughout history America has had it’s share of inventor visionaries… Ben Franklin (Bifocals)? Didn’t see it coming. Robert Fulton (Steamboat)? His ship has sailed. Alexander Graham Bell (Telephone)? His number is no longer in service. Because these fellas & their discoveries pale in comparison to one man in Ohio who’s dream is building the world’s …
When one has disabilities of any kind, he or she may depend upon gizmos or gadgets to make life easier. Certainly as a fella with multiple sclerosis, I have more than my share of mobility aids, braces, special adapters & what not. But I recently came across something I DON”T need. No one needs it …
Experts say admitting you have a problem is the first step towards recovery. “I have gum disease.” Bull****, I said it. And it doesn’t feel any better. First of all, this isn’t about gum disease like Gingivitis or Periodontitis. I’m talking gum disease ala Bubble Yum, Hubba Bubba, Bazooka & Juicy Fruit. You see I …
Crafty deception. Seductive half-truths. Outright misnomers. No, it’s not the banter between our elected officials and the public. I’m referring to the misleading statements found in advertising. Consumer Reports noted the top advertising terms you should NOT take for granted. They are: Satisfaction Guaranteed. Buyer beware because this means different things to each company. While …
Going to the bathroom is something most people don’t even think about. It just happens. It’s natural. If experts say “sucking” is a baby’s first instinct, then going potty has GOT to be a close second. But to those of us with multiple sclerosis, doing our business is big business! For many, the day revolves …
Let’s face it, time is all we have—and who knows how much we get, so why not spend some time with a little physical exercise. (GAG, GASP, CHOKE, SPIT, GROAN, CHORTLE, PUKE, WHEEZ, SNORT, COUGH) Now hear me out. The time you spend moving that body of yours will thank you back times ten. It’s …
Learning Biology is as easy & fun as pouring a bowl of cereal! Way back in the 1700’s, Carolus Linnaeus never though his life work could be reduced to a bowl of Sugar Puffs. You see, Carl is the father of Taxonomy, the system of naming species of living things. Using binomial nomenclature (a fancy-smansy …
Please enjoy this cold, re-run of a My Odd Sock… With an interest in your public safety, My Odd Sock would like to remind you that old man winter’s ice & snow can make traveling quite treacherous–so be careful on your journey. Duh! This message isn’t just for those in motor vehicles. I’m speaking to …
