Spending too much

[judy]

Diane,

I also know what you mean. My mother died at the age of 56, and my daughter has MS. She is doing great, and like your uncle Linds, she enjoys her life and doesn't focus on the MS. She was unable to move, then she got a bit better, but couldn't walk, had horrible pain all of the time, and so on, for about 3 years. She found a pain management doctor who did her research on MS pain management, got her meds in order, went into therapy, and now runs around with lots more energy than most people. She does too much, and allows more stress into her life than MS allows. I never say a word because she has chosen to live her life to the fullest, for her children and for herself. I really admire her more than I could say for her attitude. I think that is the best way to live.

My mother did the same thing, although she smoked, and eventually died of emphysema. I think that was foolish.

Sometimes, when I am just relaxing and laying around, I feel that I should force myself to get up and get out, and live my life to the fullest!