Major disruptions to family life
By kbopinion
@kbopinion (15)
United States
February 8, 2007 7:33pm CST
I thought my life was perfect, good job, storybook wedding, loving husband. Till MS reared its ugly head! Still I was determined not to let it run my life. Had a beautiful daughter! Unfortunately I had to leave my job on disability. When my daughter was 17mo. old I had to send her to my parents because I couldn't care for her(though I get to see her alot). I'm now in a wheelchair, w/caregivers who must do everything for me. Still I manage to keep my sense of humor etc... Latest upheavel, "loving hubby" leaves me for one of my caregivers! What next!
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@Bee1955 (3882)
• United States
9 Feb 07
I, too, have MS and am in a wheelchair, but I have a little more function physically than you. I have caregivers, too, because I cannot dress or wash myself thooughly, or cook. WOW! Your husband left you for a caregiver? Did you report her or sue the place she worked for? That is really tacky! My husband has been with me since before my diagnosis and then thru the beginning stages of the deterioration. When we finally married I was in a wheelchair part-time. I am glkad your parents have your baby so you can see her often. I am sorry to hear of your troubles, but keep your chin up and welcome to mylot! There are many friends here.
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@kbopinion (15)
• United States
10 Feb 07
Thanks for the support Bee, & the very warm welcome! I manage to keep my spirits up for my daughter's sake. I have never met another 8yr old that has as much compassion & beleive it or not EMPATHY as she does. She is my world. As far as the caregiver goes.. what do they say "every dog has it's day"
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@mugzy528 (800)
• United States
15 Apr 07
I Was dianosed 06/09/06 on my wifes Birthday what a birthday I gave her. But she has stuck with me through it all.I am with ya all the way also im getting ready for a wheelchair also if it was not for my 17 knee surgeries and two replacements i might be able to still walk but im trying to keep my head up and not let it put me down..oh and welcome to mylot..Im new to.
