I have been wanting to write about this many times as it is so important in my life.
Having a good support network is so important and our support can be anywhere, from our doctor to our neighbors. One of my biggest supporters are my kids.
I have two sons aged 26 and 25 and they are my biggest support. One is the emotional caring son that lived at home the longest. He would sense if something wasn't right or I had overdone things. He would simply say ' mum you have MS and you probably need to rest". He would just know and without asking he would help out. The empathy he has is amazing.
My oldest son moved out of home earlier but still experienced seeing mum dealing with MS. He is probably more the practical, in the books kind and that showed in his studies. He has a degree in psychology and is now studying for his PhD. He is one of the research teams studying for MS and sleep disturbances. His knowledge and advise he gives are amazing.
I am proud of both my boys in every way and forever thankful for their support. Both of them should be proud of who they have become.
Growing up and living with a parent that has MS is not easy and I believe a lot of patience and understanding is required. I have no idea how hard this would be for them, as I am the one with MS. I can only imagine how it would feel. For this I am grateful.
There are no amount of words that could show my appreciation. Hopefully I can show them by being the best mum I can be.
Besides my sons I have lovely Neighbour's who have become my friends. She is a beautiful person and her sister moved here not long ago, she also has MS. They are such a great support as friends but also, they seem to be looking out for me.
Support can come in many ways, but I do feel this is very important to those that have MS . It's so important to feel understood and receive empathy. It just makes our daily life much easier to cope with.
To all those people that support us during our MS, we are thankful that you are there making our journey in some way easier.
Love always,
Mascha.
