The gift of music provides my son a break from hemophilia
I arrived late for the concert. An usher whisked me to my seat, as my husband and our son…
Articles by Cazandra Campos-MacDonald
I try to focus on the positive, but hemophilia makes it difficult
When I was a young woman, I was very negative. I would look ahead to a situation and immediately imagine…
Music was healing during the darkest days of my son’s hemophilia
I have a variety of satellite radio stations saved as favorites in my car, with Broadway, The Blend, Classic…
A reminder that some mobility-aid users have invisible disabilities
When my youngest son, Caeleb, was 8 years old, our family went on a trip that required him to use…
Lightening the load is crucial when parenting a son with hemophilia
I have battled weight and self-image issues since I was a teenager. Being present with my hospice patients day…
Embracing a focus word can offer hope amid medical challenges
The adventure of life is filled with ups and downs. Focusing on a word instead of on New Year’s…
Navigating holiday sadness with compassion and emojis
The holiday season means different things for different people. Wrapping presents, taking a family vacation, or simply baking cookies…
Embracing the routine of managing bleeding disorders
Taking time off is critical for our mental health. Even if a vacation is a staycation, having time to relax…
Finding joy amid grief during holidays with chronic illness
This time of year brings many changes to the usual routines of life. The weather is colder, the leaves have…
In the wee hours, navigating life’s challenges with community
A phone call in the wee hours of the morning makes the heart skip a beat, as it often brings…