Keeping our Inner Strength

[Guest guest]

Heidi,

When you said, " this trauma does have a positive side to it " ,

It was such a refreshing reminder of what a kind and caring sprit you have. I

went to an Indiana State Park last week and attended a United Methodist

Women's Spiritual Encounter. The focus topic was Joy in the light of tragedy and

despair. How could there be both? I left with such a renewed sense of

empowerment over my disease. It is so easy to give your power away when you are

in the

role of a patient for any extended duration of time. My sister wrote a song

called, " You took my joy, and I want it back. " I am continually in awe at the

level in which you all handle your disease.

We have lost many things, but we don not have to lose our soul.

Karyn E. , RN

Executive Director, PAI

http://www.pancassociation.org

Pancreatitis Association International