I recently was able to escape the Southern heat for a few days and visit my grandparents and extended…
Karen Del Vecchio
An avid equestrian and educator based in Virginia, Karen Del Vecchio was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome in 2009 after years searching for a diagnosis that explained her symptoms. Since her diagnosis at the Johns Hopkins Connective Tissues Disorder Clinic, she has worked to find ways to manage her symptoms while still maintaining an active lifestyle. Karen enjoys working with her students, riding and caring for her two horses, Cherry and Spotty, and connecting with others in the rare disease community through her writing.
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Articles by Karen Del Vecchio
To remove any doubt that summer is in full force, all you have to do is step outside. Like elsewhere…
As some of you may know, outside of being a high school teacher and college counselor, my life primarily revolves…
Last fall, I repeatedly woke up quite sore, and it finally dawned on me that I needed a new…
Every summer, I face the same conundrum: Do I wear shorts and skirts, or not? My answer tends to…
Now that this crazy school year is out and I have a few weeks off, I’ve tried to come…
Hello, readers! I’m so glad to be back with you all. I realize that I suddenly vanished from my column…
I must have slept funny last week because I woke up one day with stiff and sore muscles in my…
When I look back at all the physical activities I used to do growing up, it’s hard to believe I…
Anyone who rides a horse knows that no matter how careful you are, sometimes you’re going to fall. I had…