Merry Xmas, I am a young single mother that was recently diagnosed with ALS, I am hoping to connect with others with the same disease,as i feel very alone.
TOLERANCE;I have been recently diagnosed, I am a single mom who has always taken pride in being articulate and well presented, now because of my impaired speech people stop smiling when I talk, they talk over me to my young daughter as though I am invisable. the other day in Walmart the cashier, after i asked a question totally ignored me and asked my friend'does SHE want.......how will SHE be paying etc'.
I am not proud to say that I turned to my friend and referred to the cashier with some colorful words. Then cried when I got to the parking lot. I have traveled, attended University and now people treat me like I am mentally incompatent. How do I deal with these people? Do you have any ideas or suggestions as I don't need an assault charge, and it does not help my mood when I need to be a proper mother plus cope with the disease.
Thank you.
S.
TOLERANCE;I have been recently diagnosed, I am a single mom who has always taken pride in being articulate and well presented, now because of my impaired speech people stop smiling when I talk, they talk over me to my young daughter as though I am invisable. the other day in Walmart the cashier, after i asked a question totally ignored me and asked my friend'does SHE want.......how will SHE be paying etc'.
I am not proud to say that I turned to my friend and referred to the cashier with some colorful words. Then cried when I got to the parking lot. I have traveled, attended University and now people treat me like I am mentally incompatent. How do I deal with these people? Do you have any ideas or suggestions as I don't need an assault charge, and it does not help my mood when I need to be a proper mother plus cope with the disease.
Thank you.
S.