There is nothing quite like the smell of sweet apples and warm cinnamon baking on a crisp autumn day. This quick bread is incredibly moist, loaded with juicy chunks of fresh apples, and a layer of cinnamon sugar right through the center. Best of all, you don’t need a stand mixer, and you don’t need to wait for yeast to rise. It’s a simple stir-and-bake quick bread recipe.
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Our roots can influence us in ways we may not always recognize. As a Mexican American, my culture is woven into many parts of who I am. It can be found in the traditions my family has passed down, the language I grew up hearing, the food we share, and the values that continue to shape me. These connections to my heritage are part of what make exploring my roots so meaningful.
Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15 through October 15, provides an opportunity to celebrate these connections while recognizing the rich diversity of Hispanic and Latinx communities. For me, it is a time to reflect on where I come from, the people and traditions that have influenced me, and what I hope to carry forward.
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This Easy Grilled Peaches recipe takes less than 10 minutes and intensifies the natural sweetness of summer fruit with a smoky, caramelized flavor.
Continue reading“I am so grateful for this community and the wonderful people here. It has been life-changing for me to have so much support, be able to help others, and to find great resources. Bravo, MSAA!”
-My MSAA Community member
This year, the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) is recognizing a very special milestone: the 10th anniversary of our online forum, My MSAA Community!
Continue readingAs we dive into the bright and sun-filled days of summer, I find myself pondering just how wonderful this season feels in our lives. Probably the best part is the joy of spending time with loved ones and building meaningful connections. While travel is a big part of the season, it is important to plan mindfully—especially when living with MS. Since every individual’s MS journey is different, it is important to plan based on your needs. Make time for rest, listen to your body, and prepare ahead so you can truly cherish the holiday experience. Since travel can also be costly, there are several smart ways to reduce expenses without compromising on the comfort of the holidays.
Continue readingThis easy 3-ingredient baked peaches recipe takes under 5 minutes to prep and transforms ripe July peaches into a warm, caramel-like summer dessert.
By Nicole Robinson
Summer looks a little different when you are living with multiple sclerosis. The heat, the fatigue, the unpredictability of symptoms – it all factors into how I plan, what I commit to, and how I protect my energy while still enjoying the season. Over the years I have learned that a meaningful summer does not require a big budget or an ambitious itinerary. It requires intention. And a little planning ahead never hurts either.
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“The reward of a thing well done is having done it.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Sure, Ralph. Sometimes, having something done well is enough. It’s a relief to have it off the to-do list. It’s not nagging at me, and I’m not stressing about doing it anymore. But sometimes I still need acknowledgment for my hard work. A quiet nod or smile to myself in recognition: a star or smiley face drawn in my journal.
A lot of living with multiple sclerosis for me is invisible, and the effort it takes to prevent or delay physical decline is huge.
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Celebrating our accomplishments is wonderful. Getting the promotion, reaching a milestone, and finishing a project are all worth celebrating, but somewhere along the way, many of us learned to connect our self-worth to what we accomplish and what we contribute. Because if worth is earned through achievement alone, it can also seem to disappear through failure, rest, or simply being human.
Continue readingJune brings warmer weather, longer evenings, and an abundance of vibrant produce. To keep you out of a hot kitchen, try this sweet corn dish as part of your summer cooking, or should I say, it requires absolutely no cooking if you use sweet, tender fresh corn right off the cob.