Life, One Cup at a Time – a Column by Alyssa Silva

February 15, 2019February 14, 2019

How a Stranger’s Words Pulled Me Out of a Rut

Columns, Life, One Cup at a Time - a Column by Alyssa Silva

I always struggle with mental health at this time of year. Winter has that effect on me. Each year, I tell myself things will be different, so I map ... Read more

February 8, 2019February 12, 2019

On Hiring New Caregivers

Columns, Life, One Cup at a Time - a Column by Alyssa Silva

Recently, one of our columnists, Kevin Schaefer, took to the SMA forums to discuss his experiences with hiring new caregivers. His portrayal of what these experiences entail certainly resonated ... Read more

February 1, 2019January 30, 2019

Maintaining a Social Life Sometimes Involves Creative Thinking

Columns, Life, One Cup at a Time - a Column by Alyssa Silva

Without coming across like a total diva, I have to ask the Universe a simple question: Is it too much for a girl to get a personal assistant around ... Read more

January 25, 2019February 4, 2019

Reflections After My 10th Spinraza Injection

Columns, Life, One Cup at a Time - a Column by Alyssa Silva

“Are you comfortable, Alyssa?” my surgeon asked while gently leaning over me as I lay on my left side. My quick-witted response assured her there was nothing comforting about ... Read more

January 18, 2019January 16, 2019

Welcome to Life with Vertigo

Columns, Life, One Cup at a Time - a Column by Alyssa Silva

Hello. My name is Alyssa Silva, and on Jan. 7, I failed my vertigo test. Again. For the sixth or seventh time. Here’s a little useless fact about me: ... Read more

January 11, 2019January 11, 2019

Taking a New Approach to New Year’s Resolutions

Columns, Life, One Cup at a Time - a Column by Alyssa Silva

Last week, I explained why I’m ditching the “new year, new you” mantra. Today, I’m keeping the conversation going by discussing my alternative to New Year’s resolutions. I’ve never ... Read more

January 4, 2019January 2, 2019

Why I’m Ditching the ‘New Year, New Me’ Mantra

Columns, Life, One Cup at a Time - a Column by Alyssa Silva

Since we’re in the season of embracing a new year and all the possibilities that come along with it, I thought it would be a great time to bring ... Read more

December 21, 2018December 18, 2018

Hibernation Preparation: Remembering to Put My Health First

Columns, Life, One Cup at a Time - a Column by Alyssa Silva

The final countdown is on, my friends. It won’t be long before Discovery Channel airs an hour-long special about the girl in the wheelchair who emerges into her dark, ... Read more

December 14, 2018December 13, 2018

Honest Conversations Can Lead to More Acceptance

Columns, Life, One Cup at a Time - a Column by Alyssa Silva

While catching up with a friend recently, I stumbled upon the next topic for this column. It was simple, really. There was no aha moment or life-changing revelation in ... Read more

December 7, 2018December 4, 2018

Yuletide Greetings and Nostalgic Feelings

Columns, Life, One Cup at a Time - a Column by Alyssa Silva

In the midst of all the hustle and bustle that is the holiday season, I sometimes feel an overwhelming wave of nostalgia engulf me. To an extent, I imagine ... Read more

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