the biggest adjustment-to-MS struggle for me has been that very thing.

finding something meaningful, affordable, and satisfying that I could still do, that's flexible, forgiving, and makes my heart sing.

Vonn, that search took me 15 years, since my "forced retirement"

and yes, I REALLY had to "relocate" in order to be able to AFFORD to follow my dream... and yeah, I miss my kids, a lot.

but then again, they're so busy nowadays, with college and jobs, that I'd hardly ever see them anyway, so I couldn't base my choices on them.

I had to think outside the box, and... work *constantly* on acceptance.

I could go around angry, or resentful all day ("Why ME ?? This is UNFAIR !!")

but like you, I just knuckled down, and did what had to be done.

you're a survivor Vonn, like me... you'll bounce back, and find things to do, and friends, to fill your heart and soul...

besides, you've got all of us in your corner, rootin' for ya, and cheerin' ya on !!