June 2007 I underwent an abbreviated session of IVIG. I was referred to a Hematologist and underwent my first bone marrow biopsy. I did not know what to expect, so I am assuming I was a bit more relaxed for the…

January 2007 I became violently ill, extremely weakened and no longer had the balance to even walk. I crawled to get to the bathroom and could only wash off in the bathtub. The EMS calls became more and more frequent.…

A few days ago, I completed my 1000th mile as a member of the Genzyme Running Team with fellow team members Jessi and Phil. Over the past two years through our weekly Tuesday morning runs in Cambridge, training runs and…

June 2006 I consulted with a Specialist who was now primarily treating pediatric patients.  I had seen him a few years back for pseudo-anaphylactic episodes and difficulty conceiving.  Little did we know those would eventually become extremely important clues to my ultimate…

This is my first post, so bear with me. I have many thoughts to share about my experience of running the 2014 Boston Marathon as part of the Genzyme Running Team for NORD. In keeping with our captain’s advice, Phil…