Comments on: Aging, MS, and the Questions We Need Answered

By: Cathy Chester

Cathy Chester — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 16:48:15 +0000

In reply to Stephen Walker. Thanks for introducing yourself, Stephen. Continued good health and positive vibes to you as you live your life. I wish you all the best, Cathy

By: Stephen Walker

Stephen Walker — Sun, 23 Oct 2022 14:19:11 +0000

Hi Cathy,

You and I are of similar ages and I recall reading somewhere that MS is a disease of the young! True, most people first experience multiple sclerosis in their tweties or thirties. But, as as rule, MS will not kill you. At least not directly.

You and I are in our sixties and I, for one, still intend to get my money;s worth out of this life. My father rercently turned 90 and my mother, who also has MS, is not far behind.

So, we all have to find a way of living with the MonSter and we both advocate for a good life with MS. Because it is possible even when our mobility is restricted. The MS Warrior will dind a way.

By: Cathy Chester

Cathy Chester — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 21:59:43 +0000

In reply to Nancy Hill.

Nancy,

I had to read your comment several times to drink in your golden nuggets of wisdom. I deeply appreciate your thoughtful words.

Thank you for reading my piece and inspiring me even more to continue the work I set out to do! That's your gift, to inspire and educate.

Best to you always,
Cathy

By: Cathy Chester

Cathy Chester — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 21:56:31 +0000

In reply to Laurie Stone.

Thank you for sharing this piece with others who can benefit from the information provided. I sincerely appreciate your generosity, Laurie!

Best always,
Cathy

By: Laurie Stone

Laurie Stone — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 16:35:37 +0000

Cathy, I know several people with MS and these resources are so valuable. Thank you for using your challenges to try and help others. It means a lot.

By: Nancy Hill

Nancy Hill — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 16:03:19 +0000

Cathy, your determination to keep on researching what needs to be done and said is inspiring, noting omissions is the most difficult type of error to identify and address. But you are such an integrated thinker, you see whole pictures, and the patterns that make them up. Your perspective is important for those with MS and to others who face chronic, lifelong health challenges, as is your advocacy. Women and aging is so often neglected and then, when we add in another factor, we are marginalized to the very lonely edges of concern. Thank you for working for change. I know it isn't easy, often not even recognized. But your work, and voice, matters. Thank you for all you do.

By: Cathy Chester

Cathy Chester — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 15:07:46 +0000

In reply to Amy Gurowitz. I'm so glad you found this post helpful, Amy. I hope these articles provide what you're looking for. Love, love, love hearing from you, my dear friend. Hope all is well. Take good care, Cathy

By: Cathy Chester

Cathy Chester — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 15:06:11 +0000

In reply to Kathy @ SMART Living 365.

Thanks so much for leaving your comments that are, as always, so lovely.

So nice to hear from you! Hope all is well. Take good care,
Cathy

By: Cathy Chester

Cathy Chester — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 15:05:09 +0000

In reply to Tracie Jacquemin.

Thank you for letting me know about this study, Tracie. I look forward to reading all about it. I appreciate the link you provided for me.

Let's hope more and better research is performed for progressive MS. It's a necessity!

Thanks for leaving your thoughtful comments. Best to you,
Cathy

By: Cathy Chester

Cathy Chester — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 15:03:07 +0000

In reply to Tracie Jacquemin. That's wonderful, Tracie!

By: Cathy Chester

Cathy Chester — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 15:02:53 +0000

In reply to DIANE TOLLEY.

How nice of you, Diane! Thanks so much for leaving your kind comment.

Best,
Cathy

By: Cathy Chester

Cathy Chester — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 15:02:06 +0000

In reply to Mary Sypawka.

Mary,

This subject has been rolling around in my head for a while so you're not alone in ruminating about the age factor with MS!

You are so right, we aren't nearly done. The disease may have other ideas for us, but (for me) it's all about perspective and living within a new normal. We always matter!

Take good care and thank you for leaving your honest comments. Best always,
Cathy