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Hope is Incurable – Arthritis Support Group

Karen — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 23:33:15 +0000

Hi Everyone,
I look forward to sharing an evening with you at Cibo restaurant.

Where? 767 2nd Ave between East 42nd and East 41 St in Manhattan.

When? August 24, 2011 at 6.45 p.m.

We’ll share some stories and offer support.
I hope to see you there,
Karen

Arthritis Advocacy Summit Washington DC 2011

Karen — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 03:42:12 +0000

Thanks to Dr. John Klippel, President & CEO of the Arthritis Foundation, and Kathy Lubbers, my new friend and advocate, I was invited to speak to the national AF Board in DC. To be the voice of the millions of people who suffer from arthritis around the world was truly an honor. I spoke about the feeling of isolation and hopelessness that those suffering from chronic illness so often feel. People with arthritis are desperate to feel understood. I was deeply moved by the reaction of the Board members to my words. They gave me a standing ovation and spoke to me intently afterwards about how they could help people with arthritis to make the connections that they need to with each other. What was so heartwarming and momentous about this occasion for me was that the AF Board members truly listened to my message. They want to help and they want to make a difference in our lives. Most Board members had traveled for miles to be in Washington DC. They had left their families alone just to advocate for us! I was so proud last night.

Dr. Klippel tweeted: “Inspired by Karen Ager’s comments to the Board which touched my heart. If you care about arthritis, please read her book Enemy Within.”
My sincere gratitude to the AF for all that they do to help people with arthritis globally.

Enemy Within – My Readers’ Fears and Hopes

Karen — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 02:11:29 +0000

I have received many emails lately from fans of my book Enemy Within. Some too personal to share, some full of fears and others full of pain.
Hope is always the last thing to go, so please hang in there.
Our disease maybe incurable, but having hope will help you navigate the lonely times and give you strength to face the future. Hope is incurable!

Karen and Arthritis Support Group meeting / Balancing

Karen — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 08:46:14 +0000

Our next meeting will be Wednesday November 10 @ 6.45 p.m.
We will meet at Cibo restaurant on 2nd Ave @ 41st.
I know some of my members ( now friends) have been unwell. I write this blog flaring myself. Why this week I thought? Well, my answer came swiftly. Stress and being over tired by doing too much. My goal at the moment is to find a healthier balance between work, home, book promotion and advocacy. I hope you will all find this balance too. I look forward to chatting about this on the night. Best Karen