Moving on with life!

[gypsy]

Since my diagnosis 11 months ago, my life has gone in a whole new direction. And it's not all bad. My husband and I split because he was/is emotionally ill equipped to deal with my emotions. But I started dating soon after and have not gotten the reaction I expected when I tell my dates I have MS. I expected them to be off put by it. Instead, I get compassionate reactions. And not sappy, over the top either. It's more like "Wow, what is it?" or "Well I like you for who you are and that doesn't change anything". So that's been kinda cool.

I also feel like I'm enjoying every day as it comes. Yes, there are bad days, but that's to be expected.

And... I participated in my first MS Walk! I walked the 2k! I didn't think I would be able to, but I made it. I had over 20 family and friends on my team and it was so much fun.

I feel like I'm coming to terms with the changes in my life. I still have my moments where I get emotional, but not as much as before.

[KoKo]

Hi gypsy

Thanks for sharing that!

Since my diagnosis 11 months ago, my life has gone in a whole new direction. And it's not all bad. My husband and I split because he was/is emotionally ill equipped to deal with my emotions. But I started dating soon after and have not gotten the reaction I expected when I tell my dates I have MS. I expected them to be off put by it. Instead, I get compassionate reactions. And not sappy, over the top either. It's more like "Wow, what is it?" or "Well I like you for who you are and that doesn't change anything". So that's been kinda cool.

Good for you! (I can relate somewhat - I was pleasantly surprised this week when I was asked (along with my roller walker) to go out on a dinner date.

And... I participated in my first MS Walk! I walked the 2k! I didn't think I would be able to, but I made it. I had over 20 family and friends on my team and it was so much fun.

Wow! Great job!

Wishing you many more good times to come.

Take care,
KoKo

[Knit]

applause

Yes! I'm so glad you posted this! Yes we all have our bad days, but it so refreshing to read someone's post that is happy!We may deal w/ the MonSter daily but we have a [B]choice[B] on how handle it. So I stand up and applaude! Thank you for giving me hope that this forum isn't all doom and gloom!

Knit

[Scooter24]

Gypsy- Glad to hear you have such a good attitude, I try to keep mine as positive as possible and find it helps my sx seem less bothersome. I really believe if more can have a better attitude that it will also help them.

If life gives you lemons make lemonaide and find someone with a bottle of Vodka and have a party!!!!

[salamandertom]

Since my diagnosis 11 months ago, my life has gone in a whole new direction. And it's not all bad. My husband and I split because he was/is emotionally ill equipped to deal with my emotions. But I started dating soon after and have not gotten the reaction I expected when I tell my dates I have MS. I expected them to be off put by it. Instead, I get compassionate reactions. And not sappy, over the top either. It's more like "Wow, what is it?" or "Well I like you for who you are and that doesn't change anything". So that's been kinda cool.

I also feel like I'm enjoying every day as it comes. Yes, there are bad days, but that's to be expected.

And... I participated in my first MS Walk! I walked the 2k! I didn't think I would be able to, but I made it. I had over 20 family and friends on my team and it was so much fun.

I feel like I'm coming to terms with the changes in my life. I still have my moments where I get emotional, but not as much as before.

That is awesome. It gives me hope, which I need. My husband always makes me feel like I cannot count on him. I feel like he has always assumed I would be the strong one, and he could lean on me - which he has. Now I need him and some of the time he cannot hack it. Sometimes he can - but others he cannot. It sucks when I have to be sick and strong for HIM. Not a fan. I often think I have to leave him when this happens. Your story has given me hope that whatever happens, I will be okay. Just like you are. Thanks for sharing. I am really happy you are in such a good place.

[CasinoKathy]

Yea gypsy- good for you!!! What a great thing that you could do the MS walk! thumbs_up: You certainly have a upbeat attitude and we all know that's a good thing.

Glad to hear that your dating experiences are so positive. Goes to show that there are people out there that bring us hope and joy!! Casino

[Windwalker]

Just wanted to stop by and say...Way to go Gypsy!

It sounds like you took control of your situation and made some changes for the better. Good luck going forward.

[gypsy]

Well I'm really happy to see the positive responses!

Koko: Woohoo! Congrats on the date.

Scooter: I love that lemonade saying, I stole it and posted it on my facebook

Salamander: I was in the same boat. My stbx husband was in a near fatal accident just months before my symptoms began and my dx. I was always the strong one. For 16 years. And initially, he did ok with supporting me through all this, but when I didn't snap out of my funk immediately, he said my expectations of him were too high. I figured at 32 years old, I still have a lot of life to live, but not a lot of time to waste. It was not easy, but it was necessary. And I'm having a blast dating for the first time as a grown up.

[Lendi]

Yeah, it sure is nice to hear some positives from this DD. It sounds as though you're coping and happy and have such a great outlook. Thanks for posting!