Celebrating 1 Year from First Twitch

[twinTwosome]

I'm kind of celebrating because it's been 1 year since I noticed my first twitch. It was probably a month after that when the panic set in and stayed with me for a few months. Back then, I couldn't have imagined writing this. I figured I would either be dead, or so badly debilitated that I would no longer be able to communicate. I couldn't eat, sleep, or concentrate. Couldn't do anything but think about how I was going to die a slow, horrible death. Now, here I am 1 year later. The fear of ALS is pretty much gone. I'm functioning normally and actually HAPPY!For all of you newbies out there--this will be you not too far in the future. The fear will dissipate as time passes and nothing changes for you. Sure you will still twitch, but you will be alive and well. Do yourself a favor and quit worrying now!

 

[MarioMasher]

^ Listen to her. She used to be one of the really nervous ones. If she can get through it, so can you.Congratulations!

 

[BarbiePetals]

I'm coming up on my 1 year soon also. I finally hope that I can get past all my fears also. I've been doing pretty good lately so I think I am on the right track.

 

[edirish73]

Bravo, Bravo, Bravísimo Becky!!!Yes, You did it!, Best wishes,Eduardo

 

[simonw00]

Well done Becky...l'm really pleased to hear that you have turned the corner. All the very best to you.RegardsSimon

 

[omerhomerjones]

Great to hear!!! So glad you are doing well.I don't check this board often anymore, I guess I am getting over all of me fears as well, as I approach 7 months with still an occasional twitch .All the best to you!Andrea