I am sure you have seen this list of often heard gaffs…things not to say to someone with Multiple Sclerosis. You have probably heard a few yourself first-hand. These swallowable snippets are oft-uttered by someone trying to relate. To make conversation. And fail miserably. Hey it happens. We’re humans. We just don’t know when …
When you have had multiple sclerosis a while the usual MS talking points get somewhat boring. Humdrum. Same-ol, same-ol. They need jazzed-up a bit to keep my (and maybe your) interest. Welcome to “Tired Wired,” where we take an old “tired” MS topic and give it a new “wired” spin. Here we go… …
It’s irritating. Overused. And has no relevant meaning. I cringe when reading it. Shudder, when I hear it. Is it meant to brag? A proud boast, maybe? Whatever its purpose, I think it’s a load of crap. What am I talking about? I’m referring to the nonsensical mantra used by some fellow MSers… Really? …
‘Tis the season celebrated with family & friends. Warmest greetings are exchanged. Hearty hello’s & well wishes along with embraces of fellowship. Hugs are given to all within reach…graciously accepted by everyone–except this guy…who is shakily standing there, teetering on two canes. You see, with multiple sclerosis, comes piss-poor balance. And the simplest …
It’s not just kids. Often, seemingly mature, educated, functioning, responsible adults come up with shit that leaves your head spinning. You & I and everyone with any sort of health malady have heard our share of these numbing witicisms. The examples are endless. I believe people belch out this stuff without even …
“Thank you for riding MS Express, the fastest, most-direct route for disease progression. Please remain seated till the train comes to a complete stop. We welcome you to Frustration Station!” You and I have been here before. Many times, in fact. Sometimes I get so frustrated having multiple sclerosis, I could …
It’s time for a Pop Quiz! So grab a #2 and a scrap of paper to test your knowledge of nonsense & tomfoolery. Let’s begin….. Question #1 This picture is an example of: A. Proper length of a suit jacket. B. The excitement of live sports. C. My typical view …
Some days you just wanna bitch to no one in particular. (This is one of those days) Some days I get so tired of doing what I can to hold off the steady grip MS has on my life. Tired of the exercise & stretching to battle spasticity, only to have it come back …
Well, have you? Faked it? Faked your disability? Of course not. You (and I) don’t have to. We have MS or some other kind of creeping crud that makes our lives difficult. But apparently a lot of people ARE faking it, that according to a recent article by Christopher Elliot of USA Today. …
Here’s what people (me, mostly) are saying about their MS….. What would YOU say about your multiple sclerosis? Tell me with a comment. …
