Im making myself sick...

[paula-jane]

BoxersRule,

In the event you return to the forum and read this post... I would like to suggest a couple of coping skills.

Find yourself a mantra. You can borrow some of mine... "It will just have to be okay for now" "Whatever it is... it is and it's here and now" "Take it one day at a time" etc...

Next.. try to put things into another perspective... it always helped me to remember that no matter how badly off and desperate we thought our family was... someone out there has it 10 times worse.

Tomorrow is another day... put your stresses aside for the night. The sun will still rise tomorrow... Take a bath.. light a candle.. have a cup of tea.. read a good book. Try to relax.

I can only imagine you're thinking that it is so much easier said than done... I know that only too well from first hand experience... but, that's my point.. it is from experience that I say... believe it or not... this too shall pass.. so live in the moment and let the future (whatever it may be) take care of itself.

Stay strong and find something positive to look forward to... the birth of your child should be your focus... Is there someone in your family or friends you can share your fears with? Sometimes a smile and hug can remind you that you are not alone and that you will get through this. Having a baby can be an overwhelming thing emotionally, but, try to keep in mind that your baby does feel your stress as he/she shares your body for the moment.

Good Luck.

 

[lhagsjr]

Jenny...

I honestly just ASKED. there was no smart-alecness behind it...

 

[Lorie]

My Friend Jenny

Jenny and I have became friends. We have talked on the phone for a long time now. I know what she is going through. I have even spoke with her husband. She has came from being Scared and Fragile to being a Strong amazing person. I can completely understand what she is going through. I am very proud of her. Her news yesterday was not good. So please don't give her a hard time. I will be at her defense.

Lou, Of all people you should know what she is going through. Being young and just having a baby. Her life is at stake here.


Jenny, Keep your head up. I will be there for you.

Lorie

 

[Al]

I feel the same way. Jenny PM me when you're up to it.
AL

 

[boxer22]

Jenny and I have became friends. We have talked on the phone for a long time now. I know what she is going through. I have even spoke with her husband. She has came from being Scared and Fragile to being a Strong amazing person. I can completely understand what she is going through. I am very proud of her. Her news yesterday was not good. So please don't give her a hard time. I will be at her defense.

Lou, Of all people you should know what she is going through. Being young and just having a baby. Her life is at stake here.


Jenny, Keep your head up. I will be there for you.

Lorie

That is such a nice post Lorie. I to have become close with jenny over the year and she is a fighter Im sure. I hope that when she gets a second opinion it will be better. But what ever happens I will be here for her. I had my appointment with the ALS specilist at duke and he wants to do another EMG. I will be having one next wed. I am hoping everything turns out ok but if not I am going to continue to move forward no matter what. You really never know what life will throw at you, all you can do is live,love, and have fun while you still can. Life isnt over until it's over.

Ashley

 

[crystalkk]

jenny & boxer22

You girls are in my prayers, i wish both of you good luck on your emgs.
please keep us posted.