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January 18, 2021January 14, 2021

Things I Wish I Knew at the Start of Our Amyloidosis Journey

Columns, Sunrise Sunset – a Column by Jaime Christmas

It is a summer morning here in New Zealand. As I write this, a cool, gentle breeze blows through the house, and I am being serenaded by a symphony ... Read more

January 11, 2021January 7, 2021

Searching for Peace Despite Chronic Sleep Deprivation

Columns, Sunrise Sunset – a Column by Jaime Christmas

Sleep is an essential part of life that comes so naturally, from the moment we come into being. Yet sometimes we forget the impact that too much or too ... Read more

December 21, 2020December 11, 2020

The Beauty of Healing Through Language

Columns, Sunrise Sunset – a Column by Jaime Christmas

I can hear the shower going upstairs as I sit at my writing desk in my downstairs office. It is funny how the sound of running water always makes ... Read more

December 14, 2020December 9, 2020

In the New Year, I Will Focus on What Is True

Columns, Sunrise Sunset – a Column by Jaime Christmas

2020 is almost at an end. In a few weeks, we will celebrate the holiday season, and before we know it, 2021 will be upon us. The past year ... Read more

December 7, 2020December 2, 2020

‘Change the Way You Think About It’

Columns, Sunrise Sunset – a Column by Jaime Christmas

“Surprise!” I watched familiar faces filter into the room where I stood stunned, not expecting the birthday event that was unfolding before me. I turn 50 tomorrow, and some ... Read more

November 23, 2020November 20, 2020

Tomorrow the Shadows Will Be Gone

Columns, Sunrise Sunset – a Column by Jaime Christmas

I feel the coolness of the glass against my forehead. The shower is pelting warmth against my skin, but the water doesn’t feel very soothing today. I am tense ... Read more

November 16, 2020November 12, 2020

Looking for Threads of Hope When Crisis Hits

Columns, Sunrise Sunset – a Column by Jaime Christmas

“I love you. If anything happens to me, you know where I keep the account details.” My husband uttered these parting words as I dropped him off for admittance ... Read more

November 9, 2020November 5, 2020

Even Superheroes Have Sidekicks

Columns, Sunrise Sunset – a Column by Jaime Christmas

My husband lives under the banner of his disease. This may sound hard-hitting, but it is the fact of the matter. The sooner carers appreciate that hereditary amyloidosis may ... Read more

November 2, 2020October 30, 2020

Keep Pushing and Persevering on the Rare Disease Journey

Columns, Sunrise Sunset – a Column by Jaime Christmas

My laptop reads 3:37 a.m. I made the mistake of checking my work inbox when I should be asleep. There are times I become overzealous in my correspondence. I ... Read more

October 28, 2020November 19, 2020

You Are Stronger Than You Think

Columns, Sunrise Sunset – a Column by Jaime Christmas

I turn 50 this November, and one of the key things I have learned is that we as human beings totally underrate our ability to overcome tough situations. I ... Read more