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Being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis can feel like watching a monster movie—without a script, a map, or a clue.
In Lady With the Cane: Monster School 101, author Lisa A. McCombs offers a refreshingly candid and relatable guide to navigating life with MS.
With wit, wisdom, and a healthy dose of sarcasm, she shares her own journey from terrifying diagnosis to unexpected empowerment.


A former public school teacher, Lisa’s world revolved around her students until she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. That’s when Shel Silverstein’s poetry began making sense.
"When the light is green, you go. When the light is red, you stop. But what do you do when the light turns blue with orange and lavender spots? "
Leaving the physical classroom behind her, the teacher-turned-author helps young readers try to make sense of their differences.
Join my Tribe of individuals who understand the unique struggles of living with MS.
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