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Tag Archives: Multiple Sclerosis
A Letter A Day… Sandy
It’s the end of week four and today I’m posting a letter from Sandy. In it, he writes, ‘I was 32 and thought my world was over. It wasn’t; it was simply a new beginning.’ Please click on the link … Continue reading
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A Letter A Day… Ruth
Today I’m posting a letter from Ruth. In it, she writes, ‘I had my first episode aged 21, during my third year at University – a period of double vision which was terrifying and for a long time no one … Continue reading
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A Letter A Day… Rebecca
Today I have the privilege of posting Rebecca’s letter. Her powerful letter ends with the following thought: ‘It isn’t a life I would have chosen for myself or for anyone else, but now I’m on this journey, I’ll do all … Continue reading
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A Letter A Day… Paul
It’s day 25 and today’s letter is from Paul. Paul’s first experience of MS came one week before his 26th birthday. Please click on the link below to read his diagnosis story. Paul’s letter
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A Letter A Day… Patricia
Today’s letter is from Patricia. She learned ten years ago that she had MS. Please click the link below to read her diagnosis story. Patricia’s letter
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A Letter A Day… Nina
It’s day 23 and today’s letter is from Nina. Nina was diagnosed with MS 19 years ago and writes powerfully about her diagnosis. Please click on the link below to read her story. Nina’s letter
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A Letter A Day… Nicky
It’s week four and today I have the privilege of posting Nicky’s letter. It begins, “Here’s the thing: in September 2010 I decided I had a brain tumour” and ends, “Cheers and let’s kick this disease in the butt, yeah?” Click … Continue reading
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A Letter A Day… L
A few of the folks who wrote to me asked to remain anonymous. I am very grateful that despite their desire for privacy, they were willing to take part in the project. Today’s letter is from L. It eloquently describes a difficult … Continue reading
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A Letter A Day… Lorna
Today’s diagnosis letter is from Lorna. This positive letter shows the way a sense of humour can be a great help when you’re dealing with adversity. Please click on the link below to read her story. Lorna’s letter
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A Letter A Day… Lorisa
Today’s MS diagnosis letter comes from Lorisa in North Dakota. In it, this courageous mum of three describes the way she’s replaced her initial fear with hope for the future. Please click on the link below to read her letter. Lorisa’s letter
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