family sypport

cherylmarhefka (twinkie(AT)javanet.com)
Sat, 14 Nov 1998 21:32:18 -0800

Hi Maureen,Larry & Everyone, I think most people have a hard
time accepting help;you're so used to functioning by yourself.The
hardest thing for me is not being able to drive;I must depend on others
for rides.I live about 2 miles from the nearest grocery store,& 16 miles
from the doctors I must see because of my insurance.I worked as a nurse
for 22 yrs.& met many wonderful people who come 16 miles to take me to
dr appts,bring me back home,& several also take me out to lunch!I'm
stuck in the house most of the time.However,I love to read.My sister &
daughter take me to the library & I get 10 or more books every 2 weeks.I
have fraternal twins who are 36,a daughter who is 30,(she lives with
me)and they have been wonderful from the start.Any time I've needed a
ride,someone has been there for me.I am truly blessed.Just try not to be
too proud to ask for help. Cheryl M.