Nutty.....I am with you 100% on the attitude. I think that is why for me I use the denial technique. I can't imagine living the rest of my life with this pain, so I literally don't imagine it. I do get really scared when I hear people have had this for decades and how it has spread. You just know when your body is reeking havoc, and yet I just tell myself to live in the moment and challenge each day as it comes. I can't compare myself to what I was years ago, even without this disease, life is supposed to change. Life altering...absolutely but consuming one's life is a choice. It was difficult for me to come to this forum, my Dr. told me I needed to join a support group. I cannot talk about the pain I have. I do everything in my power to hide it, let's face it most people really don't want to hear about pain issues so I save my energy for things that relinquish the heart and soul. I like you, have great compassion for all who suffer from this, I know your pain, I live it. The doctors that harrass people and insurance companies who deny people is totally uphauling to me. I too have been through that, but in my heart, I also know what I know, and I know God knows and I just don't worry much beyond that. I pray everynight for everyone on this forum, for those who are lost that they will find a way and for those who have found a way to share and encourage each other through the difficult times. You are all a great support for each other and for me. By praying I feel as though I am able to contribute something. God Bless and wishing you a pain free day.

Jeanie