Joan I've only had this disease for 8 months now(since dx) but I am strugglling with the psychological impact. I've never been an expressive person so I find aid when people such as you express your (and my) feelings better than I can. It is a tough battle and I find courage in those who have gone before me and hope I can exhibit the same courage. I shutter sometimes to think that I have only begun and it is already tough, so I dont blame anyone for being jaded with this disease, but know that tolerance is usually best. You had the courage to say what I was thinking and I know you meant it to be helpful. If I can be as strong as you, I'll be blessed. Bob ----- Original Message ----- From: "Joan E Snyder" <[log in to unmask]> To: <[log in to unmask]> Sent: Saturday, January 11, 2003 10:27 AM Subject: thank you.... > but i must admit that i am no hero. i'm actually scared to death of > what's to come but it is beyond my power much except to get the word > out, educate my little area of the world, raise my little contributions, > and leave the worry and fear outta my life as much as possible-easier > said than done-i know. thanks again for your kind words. j > > -- > Joan E. Blessington Snyder 50/11 > http://www.pwnkle.com/jes/jes_web/index.htm > <[log in to unmask]> > "Hang tough...........no way through it but to do it." > Chris-in-the-Morning (Northern Exposure) > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn