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I'm not going to pretend that I know what you're going through but I certainly give you credit for sticking by him. And I think you know you've got a support network here, as well
No, it's totally fine. I put it out there and didn't even explain what I have been going through. Or I guess I should say what my husband is going through...Anyway, I appreciate you all for your support. It's nice to have somewhere to get all that out. It's just hard sometimes. Thanks again!
No, it's totally fine. I put it out there and didn't even explain what I have been going through. Or I guess I should say what my husband is going through...Anyway, I appreciate you all for your support. It's nice to have somewhere to get all that out. It's just hard sometimes. Thanks again!
I'm really sorry, too, MsRiss. Hope things get better for both of you!
MsRiss, you are an example of what wedding vows stand for. Maybe some of these 'bashers' should read your thread and realize that people in love do extraordinary things for each other.
They don't walk away. They don't say "I deserve a hot guy or gal on the side."
You should try to get into a support group for people with ill spouses or dealing with similar issues. Maybe your local hospital or google will help you find the right place.
I have no problem with it. I'm 26 and my husband is 27. We've been together almost 7 years. My husband has:
a kidney transplant and immunosuppresent drugs
impotency& no sex drive-related to the drugs he has to take
depression-he is on medication but his illnesses get him down
fibromyalgia
chronic fatigue syndrome
sleep apnea
chronic pain
he had a minor stroke at 24
this among other more minor issues. He is on a lot of steriods and takes 24 pills a day. I adore my husband, but was just looking for some support from some people who are going through something similar. It's hard because when he isn't at work he is is esting due to his severe pain and fatigue. Sometimes he is in too much pain and so tired it's hard for him to lift his arms or go check the mail. Fortunately, he is able to muster his will to work as a nurse and will soon start school to become a nurse anethesist. He is very excited about this. Meanwhile I am healthy 26 year old. I am a hiker, marathon runner, etc. It's hard sometimes. I spent my early twenties cleaning his bed pans and caring for him when he was really sick. I've never had sex (ok once) without viagra/cialis and it only "works" about 1/4 of the time due to his diminished sex drive. My husband doesnt even look like the same person when I met him and people from high school don't recognize him. He has had a rough road and his health just isn't going to get better. I just wondered how other people cope with chronic illness. We both get counseling which is great, just wondered if other people had some tips and experiences. Sometimes it just helps to know there are others out there.
Whoa! Your commitment to your sick hubby blows me away!! I thought I had major problems related to "issues" that have come about with my spouse's advancing age, etc., but your problems make my problems look minut in comparison.
You, my dear, deserve an award!!!
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Hope things get better for both of you!
Amazing heroics!
I'm 26 and my husband is 27. We've been together almost 7 years. My husband has:
