My Second Choice

One of our members invites you to walk a mile in her shoes:

Q: Current Age?
A: 29

Q: Age of Onset or start of symptoms?
A: I was 13

Q: Age of Diagnosis?
A: 14

Q: Where are you located?
A: Austin, TX

Q: What is your profession?
A: Bank Teller

Q: What are your Medical Conditions or diagnoses?
A: Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Asthma.

Q: What are your hobbies?
A: Taking pictures, playing computer games, playing board games with the family, facebook, and words with friends.

Q: What is one thing your doctor didn’t tell you about your Autoimmune Arthritis that you wish they had?
A: How it would change my life….so fast.

Q: If you could tell your past self something before diagnosis, what would it be?
A: Try new things, don’t be afraid!! If you don’t do it now, then you may never get the chance.

Q: What would you like to tell others newly diagnosed with Autoimmune Arthritis?
A: That you aren’t alone. Sometimes you will want to give up…but keep going! You’re stronger than you think.

Q: How would you describe your personal style?
A: I always try to dress cute, always have make-up on, always try to fix my hair up. It makes me feel better about myself.

Q: What part of dealing with your Autoimmune Arthritis has made the biggest impact on you?
A: coming to the realization of what im in for, and how much my life will change!

Q: Favorite quote?
A: We are shaped by our thoughts; we become what we think. When the mind is pure, joy follows like a shadow that never leaves. (Buddha)

Q: What are three random things about yourself that others may not know?
A: I’m scared, but I hide it well.
I get irritated/frustrated very easily.
I look for the best in everything.

Thank you for walking a mile in my shoes!

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