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Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

๐ŸŒŽ๐Ÿ“ธ Visit My Corner of the World Wednesday

Letโ€™s take a little trip todayโ€ฆ without even leaving our favorite chair. ๐Ÿ’™

This week, weโ€™d love to see the view that lives in your mindโ€”the one you can picture clearly, even on the days you๏ฟฝ๏ฟฝ๏ฟฝre staying close to home.

It could be:
๐ŸŒ… A place youโ€™ve been that still brings you peace
๐ŸŒŠ A beach, mountain, or quiet road you love
๐ŸŒณ A backyard, porch view, or somewhere close to home
๐ŸชŸ Or even the view right outside your window

Sometimes just thinking of these places can bring a sense of calm, a good memory, or a little reset in the day.

So if youโ€™re up for it, share a photo (or even just describe it!) and tell us:
Whatโ€™s your favorite view from your corner of the worldโ€”real or remembered?

We canโ€™t always goโ€ฆ but we can still visit together. ๐ŸŒŽโœจ

5 hours ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Okayโ€ฆ weโ€™re this close ๐Ÿ‘€

At the time of this post, weโ€™re at 64,983 members, which means 65,000 is just around the cornerโ€”and thatโ€™s a pretty amazing moment ๐Ÿ’™

Thatโ€™s 65,000 people who have joined this community to share, show up, learn, and support one anotherโ€ฆ and honestly, that says everything about what makes this place so special.

So letโ€™s make it funโ€ฆ

When do you think we hit 65,000?
Drop your guess below ๐Ÿ‘‡ (bonus points if you go bold with the exact day and time ๐Ÿ˜„)

Weโ€™ll be watchingโ€”and when it happens, weโ€™ll give a shoutout to whoever comes closest ๐ŸŽฏ

And no matter who โ€œwins,โ€ the real win is this space and the people in it. Really grateful youโ€™re here and part of it ๐Ÿ’™

1 day ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community ManagerWe have some great questions that came from the article talking about our State Captain Tom m 1970 PA. State captain โ€‹

https://www.copdfoundation.org/COPD360social/Community/COPD-Digest/Article/1945/Tom-the-Truck-Driver-Drives-COPD-Awareness.aspx 

Tom the Truck Driver Drives COPD Awareness

This article was written by Tara Shedor, MA. The COPD Foundation was delighted to recently be introduced to Tom of Pennsylvania who is using his time on the road to raise awareness about COPD and inspire our community. The following is an interview with Tom who shares his story about how he …

1 hour ago

Amandahaggins

Amandahaggins

I just found out on the 6th of this month that I am pre-diabetic and I'm scared

2 hours ago

TJ69

TJ69answered the question How do you know your COPD is getting worse?

Hi, Eric. Thank you so very very much for your comment regarding your Advair 259/50 and your use of Albuterol inhaler. I'm at the point on my generic Adviar of it not working as well as breathlessness has increased. I am going to contact my Pulmonologist …
eric63Richard DJWildebeestand 4 others also answered the question eric63and 6 others also answered the question

4 hours ago

Mr.CL

Mr.CLanswered the question Ohtuvayre use

Problem: I was having problems with foaming after โ€œvigorous shakingโ€. , and the solids in the ball at the top. Solution: in all cases, โ€œtwirlโ€ ampule vigorously between palms. No need to shake! Solids will go into suspension without foaming! If …
ReggieSTom.EViperand 3 others also answered the question ReggieSand 5 others also answered the question

4 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

๐Ÿ‹๐ŸงˆLEMON BUTTER PASTA๐Ÿ‹๐Ÿงˆ8 ounces long spaghetti 1 tbsp. olive oil 3 tbsp. unsalted butter 8 medium cloves garlic, mincedZest and juice of 1 lemon1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup reserved pasta cooking waterSalt to taste Cook the pasta as...

6 hours ago

Ken Benson-California Lung Health Advocate and State Captain

Ken Benson-California Lung Health Advocate and State CaptainSome call it contemplation, cogitation, meditation, consideration, meditation.
I call it another beautiful day to be alive.

7 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Wednesday, friends! Grab your favorite drink, put on a BIG smile, and take a seat! Today is going to be a wonderful day! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ

10 hours ago

TJ69

TJ69answered the question Best Adjustable Bed for Home Use 2026 | Expert Advise

I just ran across your asking about an adjustable bed choice and what you were looking for and feltl you needed. It sounded like you needed to be sure of themattress. you picked an excellently recommended source in Sven and Sons regarding good quality …

15 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

I love all sorts of beans. They provide protein on days you're not eating meat. A little clue--Fordhook lima beans taste more dry than the baby lima beans. Beany beany bop. Eat those limas! You just can't stop! Lol! ๐Ÿ˜›...

23 hours ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Managercommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

I love Lima's - I wasn't as crazy for them when I was growing up, but that have become a favorite! ...

1 day ago

SSIrishGirl

SSIrishGirl

My name is Suzanne and I just joined the community.  I smoked for around 35 years and started as a teenager.  I quit a couple of times but then started again.  I tried Chantix and just kept smoking while taking it, I tried Zyban and found out I was allergic to it, I tried the patch and was allergic to it too.  About 3.5 years ago I finally quit cold turkey and was a raging b***h for months, but I haven't had a cigarette since.  Once I quit I got a lung scan and it came back clear which I was so thankful.  My second scan, the same result.  Just had my third scan a couple of weeks ago and got the "all clear" letter, but then I got a phone call that emphysema (which falls in the COPD category) was seen on the scan.  I was in shock because I knew the risks and then all of a sudden I have emphysema?? I mean, why send the letter that I was in the clear??  I looked up emphysema and found there is no reversal and that it just gets worse.  I haven't had any symptoms that I can tell, and I have been crying and not sleeping or been able to relax for a week.  It's all I can think about.  I am working on finding a pulmonologist, but somewhere else that my regular doctor practice which does have one.  I feel like I have been lied to perhaps?  I mean, did this show up on the other two scans, but they just send out "all clear" letters??  I realize this is my own fault, but I was always hoping for the best. 

1 day ago

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

I have never liked lima beans - my mom used to cook them, and I would refuse to eat them. Still won't, LOL. ...

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

Caroline, our thoughts are very similar! ๐Ÿ˜€...

1 day ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

Anything with Lima beans has to be good. I had another thought. Add the lima beans to my 3 bean salad....

1 day ago

Harley75

Harley75

I hope everyone is doing very well today My name is Steve Wilson A And Brandon is my contact And I would like to have more friends It would be nice to have more people Hey shaq So thank you for everything I hope to hear from new friends soon I have a great daynd I'm new

1 day ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

๐ŸŒฟ โ€œThe Little Things That Helpโ€ Check-In

Some days with COPD, itโ€™s not the big changes that make the differenceโ€ฆ itโ€™s the small things we figure out along the way.

Maybe itโ€™s:

Sitting a certain way that makes breathing easier
A go-to snack or drink that helps you feel better
A routine you follow when youโ€™re having a tougher day
A trick youโ€™ve learned that you wish you knew sooner

๐Ÿ’ฌ Whatโ€™s one small thing that helps you get through the day?

If youโ€™re a caregiver or family member, weโ€™d love to hear from you tooโ€”what have you found makes a difference?

You never knowโ€ฆ something that feels small to you might be exactly what someone else needed to hear today.

โœจ Gentle reminder: If something feels โ€œoffโ€ or different than your usual day, itโ€™s always worth checking in with your care team and taking a look at your action plan. Those small changes we notice early can really matter.

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

๐Ÿ”ท๏ธLIMA BEAN SALAD๐Ÿ”ท๏ธ1 bag frozen baby lima beans, cooked, drained, and allowed to cool1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered Half of a small red onion, diced1/2 cup minced fresh parsley 1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh basil leavesJuice of 1...

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

Sometimes something other than chocolate is a nice change! ๐Ÿ™‚โ€โ†”๏ธ...

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Tuesday, friends! 
You certainly don't need a reminder to know that you are awesome! But, it sure is nice to hear! Enjoy your day! ๐Ÿ˜€

1 day ago

Rhondabh3

Rhondabh3

I have been depressed.  Iโ€™m on oxygen 24/7 as a result of Covid 5 years ago.  I couldnโ€™t go to the zoo with my grandkids because of this! ๐Ÿซฉ๐Ÿซฉ

1 day ago

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captainanswered the question Anyone using Trelegy and have a side effect related to hearing?

I have been using Trelegy ellipta for 1.5 years. No side effects like have been mentioned in this thread. It works for me.
Orion1960Caroline West Virginia State CaptainJean IA State Captainand 6 others also answered the question Orion1960and 8 others also answered the question

2 days ago

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

Well, now - I'm not sure about steering cclear of chocolate, LOL. Maybe have both kinds of cake?...

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

Hi Karen! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ I'm glad to have brought back this memory! A nice cake for times when you want to steer clear of chocolate. ...

2 days ago

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

I haven't thought about this cake in years - I remember it being SO delicious!! Thanks for the recipe and the memories, Debbie!!...

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

๐Ÿซง๐Ÿ‹๐Ÿ‹โ€๐ŸŸฉ7UP CAKE๐Ÿ‹โ€๐ŸŸฉ๐Ÿ‹๐Ÿซง CAKE:One package yellow cake mix4 eggs3/4 cup vegetable oil One 3.4-ounce package instant lemon pudding mix 3/4 cup 7UPGLAZE:2 cups powdered sugar 2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 tbsp. freshly squeezed...

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainBee happy. Bee kind. Bee you! ๐Ÿ 
Buzzing in to wish everyone a happy Monday! 

2 days ago

JeanO53

JeanO53For those who celebrateโ€ฆ
Happy Easter  โœ๏ธ. And Happy Passover โœก๏ธ. 
Ohโ€ฆ Spring is such an exciting time of year.  In the upper Midwest, the trees are starting to bud, daffodils are blooming, and the birds are chirpingโ€ฆ new beginnings 
And in Californiaโ€ฆ one of the Big Bear Valley Eagle eggs has hatched and the other is very close.

3 days ago

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It is not our intention to serve as a substitute for medical advice and any content posted should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. We make every effort to support our members, our medical professionals cannot and will not provide a diagnosis or suggest a specific medication; those decisions should be left to your personal medical team. While we encourage individuals to share their personal experiences with COPD, please consult a physician before making changes to your own COPD management plan.