The Summer I Turned Rural
Updated: November 12, 2025: Thank you to Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita Support Inc. (AMCSI) for their accessibility grant to individuals which covered these modifications!Updated October 1,…
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Ziplining Adventure!
I don’t really have a “bucket list” but I do like having new experiences and adventures. I can now say that I’ve tried ziplining! Last…
Iron Infusion
I can’t believe it’s already June. Over the last few months I’ve been feeling okay; the biggest health update is that I received an iron…
Birthday Reflections and Celebrations
Reflections (Real Talk) Friday, November 22nd marked my 35th birthday. I can’t believe it! It has certainly been a wild 35 years and I’m sure…
Mini Getaway with Mom
Last week my mom and I drove a few hours to the west side of the state to Ludington. Over the summer I saw information…
Tests and More Tests
Since my last post I’ve had a number of tests to explore the health issues we discussed with my new primary care physician. The bottom…
Medical Update: July 2024
Last week I had an appointment with a new primary care physician. I haven’t really had one since my pediatrician passed away because I have…
The Parten Zoo Has Expanded!
We are now a household of THREE cats, a dog and fish. On Saturday my parents both heard meowing in our backyard and discovered a…
Solar Eclipse Day Adventures
Monday, April 8, 2024 was a momentous day because of the solar eclipse that occurred. Living in southeast Michigan, I was along the path of…
Light flashes, Black Spots and headaches Oh my…
This is probably going to be a shorter post than I normally would write but it is what is. Last week was filled with some…