Articles » February, 2007

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Posted: 2/26/2007 in Announcements

I'm not the same girl I was a few years ago. Each time I take a cross-country trip, I'm reminded that I'm not the person I was in the late '90s - the chick who could sling a 40-pound suitcase without thinking twice, who could do a 10-hour travel day and then go dancing later that night. Now I'm the chick who shows up at the airport with meticulously packed lightweight rolling bags, an inflatable back pillow, a ziploc full of meds, and a reservation at a hotel that promises a comfy bed and lots of relaxing amenities.

Posted: 2/22/2007 in Coping  |  Also posted in: Inspiration

Valentine's Day is just around the corner - a celebration of all things lovely. We at ChronicBabe are simply in love with the Grand Rounds blog carnival, so what better day to host? I'm from the South, where Sugar is a pet name for anyone you love. My grandpa used to sit me on his knee and say "give me some sugar" and tickle me into a massive giggling fit. Asking someone to "give me some sugar" is also a creative way of asking for a kiss or some other treat. So this Valentine's Day Eve, I've asked my fellow health and medical writers to give up the sugar - to share their treats.

Posted: 2/13/2007 in Cool Tools

I've written about this before. There's a very simple question people should ask before they touch you in any way: "May I touch you?" It's that easy. In my case, the answer usually is no. (Of course, we make allowances for family and love interests and such.) Unfortunately, some people just don't get it. And for those of us who seem to have a "please, go ahead and grope me awkwardly" sign on our backs, I'm offering another reminder of how to respond when unwanted touch happens.

Posted: 2/6/2007 in Venting  |  Also posted in: Relationships

The date: February 13, Valentine's Day Eve. The Deadline: Sunday, February 11 at midnight Central time - no exceptions! This Babe has chronic hands and needs all day Monday to put Grand Rounds together. The Theme: Give Me Some Sugar.

Posted: 2/5/2007 in Announcements