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Keratoconus x Dating: The Sequel
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Keratoconus x Dating: The Sequel

Navigating love, expectations, and societal pressure in your thirties can feel overwhelming - especially when everyone seems to have an opinion about your timeline. In this deeply personal reflection, I share my journey of self-discovery, resilience, and the realization that love isn’t about rushing or settling - it’s about finding something real. Whether you're single, in-between, or questioning your path, this one’s for you.

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Keratoconus x Work
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Keratoconus x Work

I wanted to touch on this topic because there are so many obstacles that one may face when having a non-visible disability and working for other people. It’s important to be aware of what you may face when working.

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Keratoconus x Support
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Keratoconus x Support

Now let’s get into it. As it’s Valentine's Day it’s only right I steer this post towards the most powerful force of all… Yerp! The big L ….

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Keratoconus x Surprise! It’s a…
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Keratoconus x Surprise! It’s a…

When I started this blog two years ago, my mission was clear - to provide answers, hope, and a guiding light for those navigating life with a Keratoconus (KC) diagnosis. But wait, hold your horses! My last post, ‘Keratoconus and The future’ was just the beginning. Get ready for me to spill more tea.

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Keratoconus x Makeup
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Keratoconus x Makeup

Before being diagnosed I loved makeup especially when it came to recreating different eye looks. Then a few years after my diagnosis I decided to stop wearing because I wanted nothing to come close to my eyes. I feared…..

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My Eyecare Routine
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My Eyecare Routine

I’ll discuss how I care for my Scleral Lenses, the products I use for storing, cleaning and insertion, tools where I get my tools, and much more…..

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Keratoconus x Dating
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Keratoconus x Dating

Now that we’ve covered most of the “serious” topics about my experience and life with Keratoconus (KC). I think it’s time to dive into my dating experiences while dealing with the disease.

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Livin’ with KC in the Caribbean
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Livin’ with KC in the Caribbean

Sometimes I feel as though I am the only person in the Caribbean with Keratoconus. I wouldn’t wish KC on anyone, however, I must admit that it’ll be fun to have someone to vent with…

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Livin’ with Advanced Keratoconus
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Livin’ with Advanced Keratoconus

This post is all about my current life with Advanced Keratoconus. If you don’t already know, I’ve had Keratoconus for almost ten years now….

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Contact Lens Journey (Part I)
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Contact Lens Journey (Part I)

There are a few types of lenses that are made for Keratoconus so that people could continue to live a semi-normal life. My first pair of lenses I tried were RGP; they’re these tiny hard contact lenses…

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Contact Lens Journey (Part II)
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Contact Lens Journey (Part II)

The moment I stepped foot outside of the hospital, I saw how the world actually looked. Everything was so vivid and crisp. I felt like a kid, constantly tugging on my mother’s arm telling her everything I was able to see…..

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Contact Lens Journey (Part III)
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Contact Lens Journey (Part III)

Ever since my journey with Keratoconus commenced, all I could long for was a doctor - one doctor who would just give a shit. I don’t want to go too in-depth of the other doctors I’ve met after Doctor #6. It’ll be too drawn out and boring…

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