I have been dealing with PM since 2004, and like all of you I have have ahd my sure of up and down days. But, this 6-year journey has really enlightned me as to how much perserverance and bull-dog determination is a must with these diseases. I have always said that no matter what my attitude would determine my outcome. To be perfectly honest, my attitude was not the greatest everyday, there were days, when I truly wanted to give up...but I hung in there. I went through the pity parties, doubt, and all the negative emotions I could think of. But, I always knew in the back of my mind that was someone somewhere much worse off than I was(attitude check). So, I made up my mind to do what I could and ask for the help that I needed.( I lost the pride)
Now today, I am much better than before, but still cautious with my activities and my health. I had to accept my "new normal" for my life. I was just thinking outloud, and I wanted to encourage someone else. Focus on the postive, don't hold any thing in cry, scream, shout or even kick sometthing if you can(lol) I still can't kick yet!! Take care of yourself and know that you can make it.May all of you have a wonderful day!!
Vee
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