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Posted by Eric on October 02, 2000 at 22:16:11:In Reply to: Re: Scared. posted by Jen on October 02, 2000 at 12:43:12:
Thanks Jen. Your words are comforting. Sometimes I feel that I'll never be normal again. It's strange because those who are close to me can't grasp the possibility of the misery I am experiencing with this condition. This thing is seriously inhibiting my ability to live my life at my normal pace. My mother believes that this condition already existed in me (her mother used to fall asleep while talking and, after waking up, pick up where she last left off). She suggested that my busy behavior last year "awakened" it. If that's true, then I feel even worse. As I remember, last year I worked 50+ hours per week, took on a 12 hour per semester course load, studied and tested for several certifications, and juggled personal issues (purchasing a home, trying to spend time with my wife, etc.). I can't believe that this is something I have cursed myself with. My doctor suggests that it can be controlled with meds & behavioral adjustments, but still there is no cure for it!!!! That makes it hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel right now. I'm glad to know that you are O.K. after the accident. If you're going to drive, please be careful....sometimes I go to sleep and wake up and I don't even realize it. My wife and I were in the car (I was driving) and she heard me snoring for about fifteen seconds (that's dangerous). So I too have stopped driving now (well as much as I possibly can). The no-driving situation is extreme torture for me because I ordered a 2001 vehicle several weeks ago, but when it arrives, I won't even be able to drive it. However, all things considered, I guess it could be much worse (I think I'm going to use this idea as my new strategy, I am hoping that it will be somewhat effective). Thank you for your prayers. I hope that God will give us wisdom during this very confusing time.
Take care,
Eric.
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