About Me

The way I experience migraine is similar to a tsunami. At first, my body feels this incredible wave of energy, productivity, creativity, and just the ability to do a lot of things all at once. Then that wave hits my body like a tsunami hits the shore and destroys everything for a while. The raging pain, nausea, and sensitivity to lights, sounds, smells, and even touch is unbearable. At times I vomit for a while. Until the meds kick in, it is absolute torture. When the storm subsides, feelings of elation and exhaustion come at the same time. I feel sad too because I know this is short-lived. I also know that I won’t be able to be productive for a while. The “Why me?” comes up at times as well. It has been 35 years of tsunamis.

Since I had my very first headache, I discovered so many truths and just as many myths about migraines. I learned my best to forecast the tsunami before it comes. Should my forecast be off, and I miss the signs, I have dozens of tricks to help get through the worst of it. Finally, I am doing it while holding an executive-level job and juggling a family. My beautiful 9-year-old daughter has a mother who is not just functioning but present for her.

My mother spent countless hours with me in various ERs, doctor’s offices, and alternative medicine clinics. She sacrificed her best years to help me find answers. If I can save someone just an ounce of grief that our family has gone through before we were educated enough, it would be time worth spending to write these pages. I decided to write this blog and share what I learned with anyone who is going through the migraine experience as a patient or a caretaker. When I look back at the past 35 years, I wish I knew then what I know now!  My blog contains a lot of practical tips but also tips on how to have fun despite headaches. So, take anything useful from my experience. I truly hope it will help you find a way through the storm.