As Debi posted; you are far from alone. It is very often difficult to get even loved ones to understand how 24/7 pain limits what or how long we can be active. Fortunately, most of my immediate family realizes I only have a few hours to be at any occasion or handle visitors. The amount of times to be able to even do these things is quite limited. It may take a while to get this across; but you have to come right out and openly confess, you are not up to prolonged visits or even social events. Hopefully, eventually, most will be understanding.


Gerry