I’m Determined Not to Let EDS Keep Me Down
Generally speaking, showing my horse is great. The shows are exhausting, but they are so much fun that I do them anyway. A recent show…
Black and Blue Ribbons
— 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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A fun weekend with friends was just the break I needed
I can’t believe there’s only a couple of weeks until Christmas. It feels like this year has flown by! Every year on the weekend before Thanksgiving, I spend time with my two best friends…
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