Re: You're welcome Keri!

[Guest guest]

A little more humor to add: Devoted? Yes! But maybe more determined

to outlive him so I can finally have some rest!!!!

Good Luck and positive thoughts,

Keri

> Hi Keri,

>

> Yes, all of us have a long road ahead of us, even you. I also pray

> that things get easier for you.

>

> I guess everything is relative. When I hear of other's illnesses,

and

> the challenges they face, it puts things in perspective. I don't

know

> what I would do if I had Lupus, Scleroderma, or the myriad of other

> diseases many of us have here. I am inspired everyday by the

courage

> of the members in this group.

>

> I hope that the Enbrel continues to work on and that he

reaches

> a balance of body and mind regarding his RA. A little gallow's

humor

> isn't bad either, but I guess it's always in the context of when it

> is done.

>

> Your devotion to him is admirable. There are many who would, and

> have, walked away in situations like this.

>

> Being able to discuss what I am going through is so important to

me.

> And the ability to offer words of encouragement and support, or to

> just listen, are just as important.

>

> If I have helped others, that's great. I certainly know I have been

> helped. Just knowing there are people who really care about you and

> love you for who you are is wonderful. I believe that everything

> happens for a reason. I have never looked back since being

diagnosed

> and lamented about " what if? " Sure, there are things I used to do

> that I wish I still could, but there is a lot I can do now that I

> wouldn't if I was healthy.

>

> All my best to you and . He's a lucky man.

>

> Love and hugs,

>

> Al

[Guest guest]

Well, that's devotion I guess LOL.

Al

> A little more humor to add: Devoted? Yes! But maybe more determined

> to outlive him so I can finally have some rest!!!!

> Good Luck and positive thoughts,

> Keri

>