MS Strength

Happy Thanksgiving…Here’s an Irish blessing that I pass along to you:

Fall is one of my favorite times of the year. I’ve been very busy freaking people out with my clown costume, watching horror flicks, enjoying the beautiful autumn leaves and crisper temperatures, and making more “homestyle food.” Hope this post finds YOU well and in a lighter mood: the term “Laughter is the best medicine” is a cliche for a reason— it’s absolutely true and it never changes. Try to put the MS up on a shelf for a while and take the time to enjoy this spooooooooky season…….I know I am!!

“….beauty remains, even in misfortune. If you just look for it, you discover more and more happiness and regain your balance.”

Some days I open my email and/or read my comments and I’m blown away. Today I’m having this sensation as I behold an email with the above quote from Herrad, my reference that I turn to again and again when I need to understand MS tenacity, steeliness, and absolute bravery. I haven’t been over to her blog Access Denied – Living with Multiple Sclerosis as of late ( I do have her blog and a small collection of other blogs in my Google Reader treasure trove.) I DO follow along silently and listen to her story: I sometimes feel that responsive words are not necessary. I suggest you take a look, as she is a fantastic and emotional storyteller.

The below comment I received on my About page (as often happens when people come across this site through search engines or just by accident.) I DO appreciate them and they make me realize that I’ve touched others, maybe in moments of sadness, joy, weakness, or strength. Thank YOU for making my day, Bruce, and I’m honored that YOU’RE bookmarking ME….

Hey Jen,

I’m part of the minority (males) who was also diagnosed late in life. I’m currently 53 and was diagnosed just before Christmas in 2007.

I probably had MS for a much longer period but a serious rollover auto accident back in 2000 and the physical aftermath hid the real cause for a slowly developing limp and my mobility issues.

I’m lucky enough to still be working at the same job I have had for over 36 years but I am also worried about the future. I came out of the MS closet just before last Christmas to two upper management co-workers and shared my condition with two more this past week.

Kudos on your web-site! I have bookmarked it and look forward to visiting it regularly as a resource. As my condition changes I am starting to go back in the research mode to educate myself.

It’s obvious you are a glass half full lady and I believe that helps. My motto which I told my bosses when I shared my condition with them was… I still had a great head on my shoulders and I could still get across the room when needed… it was just going to take me a little longer in the future.

Regards,
Bruce