Sandy, you are very good at reading between the lines. Thank you. My wife can talk to me about anything, she knows that, but as you say, what do you say to someone you can’t know how or what they are feeling. My MOS was infantry, we saw action many times and it stays with you. I know what you mean by living your memories. I spend most of days…

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I’m very glad to see some of the things you are writing. I feel for all of you regardless of your situation. I hurt when someone can’t afford medicine, I cry when someone can’t afford food. We have to be available I think. We can’t as individuals take on the world and all it’s problems, but maybe we can offer a word or possible solution to…

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Very nice to hear how well you have adjusted. It’s a process for sure. I know I lie to myself and others about how I’m doing but that’s OK no need to complain about things we can’t change. I’m not alone but we do isolate because I don’t get out and she doesn’t want to leave me. I miss working. I love my home, caring for my yard. It was…

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I’ve started several discussions since being on the forum. I really enjoy what they have built here for the benefit of those of us afflicted with this dreadful disease. I’ve also reached out to many of you who replied to my thoughts and information. A common theme I see is that a lot of us, myself for sure search for an ear or even a shoulder… Read more

I’m considering starting ofev but I am advanced in my disease. I’m on 4 to 5 lpm oxygen 24-7, I’m taking a steroid and a liver transplant from 2012 on tachrolimus and myfortic for rejection. My doctors have all supported ofev but my concern was for my liver. Now I’m at a point where I’m ready to take the chance. I’m not asking for medical…

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