I forgot what I came for.....

I was diagnosed fifteen years ago in June officially, but I think it started four years before that. I'm mostly clumsy, starting to notice gait problems. Most people that meet me just don't realize it until I have an incident, like stumbling, or I tell them. It is different for others-a friend of mine, Walt, was diagnosed four or five years before me and he's in a wheel chair. I'm walking, but the distance has gotten shorter each year. I just have to work harder at remembering why I'm doing something-I once put my phone in the refrigerator to get something in the back-and left it there!

I do not know much about multiple sclerosis Scorpiobabes. How long has it been since you have been diagnosed? And how are you holding up?

Stay strong! I'm definitely sending good energy vibes (some call them prayers). Some call me the home remedy queen...so because I don't know much about your disease of curse I had to research a bit. I'm sure you are aware of these but I thought I would share anyway because maybe someone viewing this post is not be aware. Lifestyle and home remedies By Mayo Clinic staff These suggestions may help relieve some symptoms of multiple sclerosis: Get plenty of rest. Fatigue is a common symptom of multiple sclerosis. Although generally it's unrelated to your activity level, resting may make you feel less tired. Exercise. Regular exercise, such as walking, swimming, weight training and other physical activity, may offer some benefits if you have mild to moderate MS. Benefits of physical activity include improved strength, muscle tone, balance and coordination, bladder and bowel control, and less fatigue and depression. Cool down. Multiple sclerosis symptoms often worsen when your body temperature increases. Keep cool by running cool water on your wrists, staying in air-conditioned areas, swimming in cool pools and drinking cold beverages. Eat a balanced diet. Eating a healthy, balanced diet can help you maintain a healthy weight, keep a strong immune system and maintain bone health. Relieve stress. Because stress may trigger or worsen MS symptoms, try to find ways to relax. Activities such as yoga, tai chi, massage, meditation or deep breathing — or just listening to music — might help.

OMG I am the worst when it comes to making a shopping list and leaving it at home!! LOL. I even thought I could combat that problem by downloading the grocery app to my iphone. Well I was diligent with it for about 2 shopping trips...then it got boring..ugh. Now that I think about it, it was pretty cool because it offered coupons at check out. Maybe I'll get active with it again.

good luck with that sound great but they dont offer coupons that I have ever heard of in mexico but I had it all the time in the states

Too bad black Like I said I lost interest in it...but hopefully I'll start keeping up with it again..at least then I will have my grocery list because I usually do not forget my phone.

Annie every time I try that trick..I end up finding something else I had to do I tell you its getting worse every year. This morning I went in the kitchen and it happened again...not until walking out the door did I remember I went in there to feed the dog. (my dog is older and lazy- he gets up on his schedule so feeding him doesn't get him up, I just usually leave the food out till he is ready)

Just read a joke and had to share: I'm not getting old, I just don't remember stuff...because my brain is full

Yes I'm sure three kids would cause this as well. And a set of twins at that....peace and blessings your way my friend!

LOL thank you!

I agree- it isn't aging because I can remember back to my early 20's this happening to me. Funny how I can easily remember forgetting... Life does move to fast now a days. I would love to go back to a slower moving time...but without a time machine that is impossible

Yes I agree. Sometimes when I forget I just purposely decided to do something else...and in the midst of the next thing...I sometimes remember what the first was...

HA! I hate that also Elic! My cleaning house days are the worst. I will start on something then go to another room to get something for that job..totally forget and start doing dishes..then take laundry detergent in the laundry room - and start laundry because I forgot why else I went in there- even if it was just to put the laundry detergent away...SMH

I can just imagine the look on your sons face

I wish there were a magic memory pill....even though I don't take pills...I might consider that...LOL

I'm glad to know I'm not alone...because sometimes it can be very aggravating- especially when I'm in the middle of something important that has to be done. I've combated my forgetting at work by utilizing Microsoft Outlook Calendars to set appointments, keep track of incoming and outgoing payments, track fed-ex shipments, track ordering supplies..and many other tasks. It has been my savior when it comes to my job