Tag Archives: blogging

Dialysis and Disagreement

Posted on August 4, 2014 by DevonTexas

Repost from a while back but still relevant. I got the following comment the other day in response to my blog posting “Dialysis and Opening Day”.  I figured I’d share it with you because, although it’s rather bitter, it makes … Continue reading →

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Dialysis and Home Hemo

Posted on October 14, 2013 by DevonTexas

Update 11/7/13:   Here’s a post from Dialysis Patient Citizens website about setting up for Home Hemo.  Very good ideas! To read it, CLICK HERE If you’re thinking about doing home hemodialysis, this is an excellent source for information.  Mike uses … Continue reading →

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Dialysis and Comments

Posted on October 12, 2013 by DevonTexas

Update 10/13/13:  Thank you to all my readers that left comments!  That was very kind.  I feel rewarded by what you wrote.  I really needed that.  It inspires me to write more! Hey all.  It’s a rainy Saturday and I’ve … Continue reading →

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Dialysis and Activism

Posted on May 7, 2013 by DevonTexas

While I was in Washington D.C. meeting with aides of Representatives and Senators, I took a moment to comment on why I became an advocate for kidney and dialysis patients.   They edited it well.  You can barely see my … Continue reading →

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No blogs this week (updated)

Posted on July 20, 2012 by DevonTexas

See the update below… You’ll have to excuse me.  I’m not planning to blog for most of this week.  I am going to dialysis on first shift to fill in for another patient on vacation and I’m researching for some … Continue reading →

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Hello world!

Posted on June 11, 2012 by DevonTexas

Welcome to DevonTexas’ Blog Site. Here’s where I will post my thoughts, experiences, and otherwise useful items.  I hope you enjoy it and come away with something of value. I appreciate your visit and any comments you might have. Most … Continue reading →

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