You have all helped me to calm down a bit and relax. Bless you!!!

I've tried various things over the years from being blunt and honest to me just not doing things I can't do and they just don't seem to get it. I don't expect them to completely understand what I'm going through.....I think an expectation like that would never be filled except by people who share in the same kind of pain/illness. But to have them for once, stop and think about someone other than themselves for a few short minutes or dang it even one afternoon would prove to me that I had at least been able to teach them 1. good manners, 2. compassion for others, 3. that the world doesn't revolve around them!

They say the best way to teach is by example....I have not been perfect in my teachings but I sure have tried to show them the previous three points I made in my dealings not only with them, but with others as well. I've worked with the disabled and thoroughly enjoyed what I did. I've volunteered as much as I can where I can. I will sit up with a friend who was dumped and crying all night. And most of all, I have been there with them through every twist and turn their life has taken them......*sigh* My love for my family carries no expectations....but my symptoms and illness require some help. Maybe I'm being too demanding.....maybe what I've tried to teach them went in one ear and out the other...who knows.

(((Ali))) thank you dear one for sharing such a beautiful poem. You are indeed talented and wise beyond your years sweetheart. You are in my prayers hon.

((((((( Everyone ))))))))) I just can't get over the support you have shown me. Now I'm crying with tears of gratitude. I will take all that you share with me to heart and I will dwell on it and do my best to take care of ME.

BTW, my door is always open to anyone needing a shoulder to lean on. I'm a good listener and I have a wicked sense of humor....I'm pretty good at making people laugh....so feel free to rap on my door anytime!

xoxoxo
seara