barb02- That's exactly how I feel too... like all of a sudden because I say I have MS and then they're embarrassed, I have to assure them that it's ok... But I think I'm going to stop consoling because it really isn't ok to ask unless we've at least exchanged our names!

kitty- I'm also wondering what truthful answer you give them? Just a simple "I have MS"?

Thanks everyone for sharing your stories Makes me feel less alone.