NO, I am not referring to stopping breathing. Relax I am referring to stopping being a worthwhile, productive working individual. "YOU" have Relapsing Remitting ms (RRms), I am sorry that "YOU" got the opportunity to join our family. I wish we were a much smaller family, one this size does make special events hard to cater for.
Of course if "YOU" feel that "YOU" can still contribute that is what "YOU" should do. I know that it took me many years to find something that I feel is fulfilling and useful. There is not a big call for RRms pilots, sadly. Or maybe that is luckily for the travelling public; I am not sure.
I am sure that if "YOU" can do something, that "YOU should attempt it. Perhaps the twenty-five-year gold watch career is not in the cards for "YOU", but something else might be. We have a very long time to live with this condition. One of which there is no cure, but we can hold at bay a little. Take any opportunity to continue being productive. Remember though, that "YOU" are being productive for "YOU" not somebody else. Set your own goals and achieve them. Somebody else's expectations can lead "YOU" to heartache and disappointment. Perhaps self-employment might be an option for "YOU". I like the eccentric scientist that used to be so popular last century in Europe. I tell she who must be obeyed I need a large coat and slippers so I can shuffle around the house as that strange writer bloke. When she stops laughing, she just shakes her head and says "Whatever dear" Not sure she takes me seriously, maybe I need a pipe, that will do it I just know it a pipe.
Seriously, we have a lot of years with RRms, be prepared for many changes. Accept that they will come. Embrace them when they do and make your life as good as "YOU" can. Work is good; it gives "YOU" some human interaction and a sense of purpose. RRms likes to take from "YOU", getting something back helps us get out of bed each morning..
Royce
No, never stop. RRms is not a reason to stop. Keep moving, learning, living, loving in this life, no matter what anybody says, this is your RRms life, live it
