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I am new to this PD List. I have seen words from the heart against a horrible disease. I have read information being given freely, back and forth. I saw the word family mentioned, as a newcomer was greeted. Advice was being given about this problem or that question. Always being passed along with understanding, compassion and a sense of, for lack of better terms "Been there, done that, bought the T-shirt." The one thing I know is I was given the right to choose. To choose good from bad, expensive from cheap and I excercise my right. But I need your (all of your) advice. I do not want to fight this alone. The isolation is horrible at times, self-induced. But that is my choice. Told by friends "You should really get out more". After a gnashing of teeth, they are looking out for my interest. Yes, some are co-dependent but that is their job. I am the master of my fate. But I do like some other pirates with me on the ship. I know you did not solicite this but I do like the sharing of feelings. Mine are just racing out of control, at this time. I was told at one time, that if I have a problem talk it to death. So, I do. Your story was beautiful. You see, I usually had many Challenged People around. I don't know why, but my Higher Power decided that is where I should be. 'Ain't so bad. I am no different, never was. As this disease progresses I will be more like them. And I hope that if someone sees me drooling in the corner, please wipe my mouth. Thanks for the time. Gina 47/6 months (5yrs undiagnosed with symptoms)