The indoor track of my alma mater’s gym smells like rubber and sweat. It has a specific warmth to it. The repeated impacts of dozens of feet send shockwaves ... Read more
A couple weeks ago when I spoke with Steve O’Donnell, a board member of the Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association and founder of the nonprofit Therapies for Inherited Neuropathies, I was struck ... Read more
“Just keep moving.” For Steve O’Donnell, a Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association board member and founder of the nonprofit Therapies for Inherited Neuropathies, those are words to live by. He calls them his life’s ... Read more
A few months ago, I was at a photography club meeting and the leader reminded us to be gentle with ourselves. The comment really hit home. I know the ... Read more
During this time of self-isolation due to COVID-19, I’ve often thought to myself, “At least I can still play video games and watch esports.” And I know for many ... Read more
After about three weeks of most nonessential workers in my state self-isolating due to COVID-19, I began to see a steady stream of codes and screenshots appearing on my ... Read more
In Virginia, we are entering our second month of social distancing. We have a long way to go, but we are learning to adjust. My state has been given ... Read more
During tough and stressful times, it’s important to remember to hold each other close. This time, though, let’s take that figuratively and not literally. A recent conversation with a ... Read more
Hello, I hope you are well. It’s a difficult time for many of us no matter where we live, as the COVID-19 virus has spread to most of the ... Read more
Are you feeling anxious about COVID-19 and its effects around the world? You are not alone. In these times of uncertainty, it’s natural to feel anxious. I, too, am ... Read more
