I was Dx in 2005 with RRMS and only in the last 7 years or so has it started to impact my mobility and therefore my life. That was after we moved to a new area and built a house. So many of my friends do not know that I now walk with a stick and that I even have MS. As I disclose to them over time some seems to draw closer and support while others draw away. I guess that is more a reflection of them than of me. It seems that those that have worked through challenges in their past are better able to relate to me...the rest float away blissfully unaware of the true challenges in life. For some of my friends it has made us closer- those are the friends I want to keep. The others may pop back up when they face challenges and all of a sudden realize that life isn't all glitter and sunshine ;-)
Same here. I confess, if I were the healthy me and knew the sick me... I might have pulled away! Nothing in common. So I understand those who have withdrawn from me.
Thank you for sharing. I like your positivity even through this disease. Yes, we are only human and it's best to make the most of the life we have.
Nicely put Paul. I have MS as well although not dealing with the challenges
May you stay as healthy as you can be!
I was Dx in 2005 with RRMS and only in the last 7 years or so has it started to impact my mobility and therefore my life. That was after we moved to a new area and built a house. So many of my friends do not know that I now walk with a stick and that I even have MS. As I disclose to them over time some seems to draw closer and support while others draw away. I guess that is more a reflection of them than of me. It seems that those that have worked through challenges in their past are better able to relate to me...the rest float away blissfully unaware of the true challenges in life. For some of my friends it has made us closer- those are the friends I want to keep. The others may pop back up when they face challenges and all of a sudden realize that life isn't all glitter and sunshine ;-)
Same here. I confess, if I were the healthy me and knew the sick me... I might have pulled away! Nothing in common. So I understand those who have withdrawn from me.
Progressive MS here. I wud rather hear ur own voice. I understand completely.
Found it too difficult to read! But know what you mean.