My Turn

[Guest guest]

I don't know about anyone else in here, but, a lot of anger causes

flares for me. Of course no one can remain calm & serene all the

time, but too much agitation can be painful. Venting is a necessary

thing from time to time, but the important thing is to choose your

audience. Not everyone needs to hear everything. As far

as " deserving " to have this disease……no one deserves to have it, we

just do. I've had several people ask if I've wondered " Why Me? "

regarding Stills and all the pain, suffering, lifestyle changes,

money issues, medication issues, fractured relationships, etc….. that

go with it. Pain is a constant thing – it's always there – it's part

of " The New Normal " that is Stills. Why me? Why not me? I'm no

better or more spcial than anyone else. Whether it shows on the

surface or not, everyone has " something " – some life altering event

to contend with. I just look at it like this – it certainly builds

character & let's you (and those that love & care about you) know

what you're made of. It probably sounds like I'm a prissy goody two

shoes, right? Anyone who really knows me knows that's not the case.

Just as so many have vented in their own special way, I just felt I

needed to do so, as well.

Barbara in Houston