Hi, my name is Tammy. I am my husband’s best friend and full-time caregiver. We were married in May of 2001. He was diagnosed in 1986 with Relapsing Remitting Multiple Sclerosis. He now has Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis. In 2006, he went into Septic Shock from a UTI and I almost lost him. Shortly thereafter, he had a Suprapubic Catheter put in and has been infection free. He is full-time in a wheelchair. He has cognitive problems, which makes many things very challenging. Another challenge is his short-term memory. He is 52 and I 53. Between us, we have five children and three grandsons, on granddaughter and a little one on the way. This past year we moved my Mom, who is 83 in with us which brings it own challenges.

I also have disabilities. I was born with Spina Bifida Occulta. I am very fortunate and blessed that I can walk. I do live everyday with great pain, but am able to care for my family and myself.

We take care of each other. I do everything in my power to make everyday his best day so far. Sometimes that means just going for a drive together, watching a sunset together, or watching TV together. We know how much we mean to each other and that when we took those vows that said through sickness and health....the good the bad and the ugly...we do our best to keep them. Yes, we both get frustrated with our bodies and our restrictions, but we never get mad at the other person because of the great blessing to serve each other.

Tammy you are one heck of a woman and I admire your toughness. Craig is a lucky man and I am sure you feel lucky as well. God blesses care partners like you.

Tammy, My thoughts are with you. Sandy took the words right out of my mouth.

Sandy your on that big blessing list right close to the top!!

And you are with me as well joellelee