Comments on: Ann Romney: How Horses, Determination And Courage Can Create A Joyful Life (Book Giveaway)

By: Abhishek Behl

Abhishek Behl — Sat, 05 Dec 2015 00:16:52 +0000

Thank you Cathy for such an inspirational post about Ann. It will be great to certainly get this book to read as its true, people living with the same medical condition share the same issues in life irrespective of grrowing up differently or having a different liking / support or belief. Many thanks once again for posting. Best Abhs

By: Margaretha

Margaretha — Thu, 26 Nov 2015 11:51:40 +0000

Thank you for a great review, Cathy - I am very keep to read it to find out what she says about horses...off to the (online) book shop!

By: shifrachester@gmail.com

shifrachester@gmail.com — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 19:19:02 +0000

Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts here, Paula!

By: Paula R

Paula R — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 18:35:22 +0000

I find your statement "I saw more similarities than differences between us" true so often in life. Thanks for sharing. ~Paula

By: Vicki johnson

Vicki johnson — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 17:27:25 +0000

Thank you

By: shifrachester@gmail.com

shifrachester@gmail.com — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 13:42:49 +0000

I hope your sister enjoys it, Roxanne. What a wonderful and caring sister you are, my friend. xo

By: Roxanne Jones

Roxanne Jones — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 13:20:02 +0000

Thanks for sharing your thoughts about this book, Cathy. I think my sister would benefit from reading it; if I don't win one from the drawing, I'll buy her a copy!

By: shifrachester@gmail.com

shifrachester@gmail.com — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 09:00:11 +0000

Thanks for reaching out, Patricia. I am so sorry for your struggles and divorce. It is never an easy situation and having MS makes it more so. Reach out to others as you need them. Organizations like National MS Society, MS Association of American and MS Foundation are 3 to try and there are many others. I wish you all the best in all you do. Try to stay strong as best as you can. Those you love will stand by you.

Best always~
Cathy

By: Patricia Davis

Patricia Davis — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 08:43:21 +0000

Hi Cathy, I'm so happy to hear the proceeds are going to research. Just from the snippets I read I'm interested in reading the entire book.... I'm facing a huge fear...a divorce about to become final. It was a 4 year marriage. I was diagnosed one month after we married. My illness has definitely played a role...friends have helped with tasks but it's wearing thin....I will be moving to a trailer park from a home I have owned on my own since 2002....I'm terrified but I've always been a strong woman and I will get by somehow... I will be living on only my disability income and that's my biggest fear...I had a successful career and it ended just before diagnosis...I really feel that's why my husband left me. He worships money. I know I'm better off spiritually but I will be poor for the first time since early childhood....maybe someone would publish my book...?

By: shifrachester@gmail.com

shifrachester@gmail.com — Sat, 17 Oct 2015 20:51:40 +0000

Yup. You're so right, Helene. We'd never wish any illness on anyone, but high-profile celebrities are the ones who bring in donations and spread awareness about a disease. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

By: Helene Cohen Bludman

Helene Cohen Bludman — Sat, 17 Oct 2015 20:42:31 +0000

While I would never wish a disease on anyone, a high profile person can bring visibility that results in more funding, donations, research, etc. I applaud Mrs. Romney for speaking out. Thanks for sharing your thoughts about her book and I wish her much success.

By: Nancy Pruitt

Nancy Pruitt — Thu, 15 Oct 2015 20:59:47 +0000

I received my MS diagnosis in the spring of 2012. Watching an active, energetic Mrs. Romney on the news everyday encouraged me tremendously! If asked a question about MS in an interview, she was always honest and never overly positive. All of these observations made a big impact on me as I wrestled with my new normal.