Getting the word out...
...I've been talking with another TSR Member (Wolfsim68) who has truly inspired me. She's an incredibly motivating person, and has shown me that I'm not alone in what I'm dealing with. She's a strong advocate for donation, be it blood, organs, anything...if you have it, give it. You never know when you'll need something from someone else. Never say never.
I'd also like to share a story about a friend of mine who's recently dealing with Colon Cancer. She never went in for a Colonoscopy many, many years ago because she was embarassed...and here she is today, with pain and suffering and horrible heartache trying to cope with having most of her colon removed because of the cancer. Her advice...don't wait. The longer you wait...the worse off you'll be.
I've a very, very rare condition that is truly heartbreaking for me. I was introduced to another member of TSR who has healed some wounds simply with a generous ear. If any of you feel you need to talk...you can always count on me. I know that I'm incredibly thankful to have PMed a particular person, and I'm sure there are other's out there who just need to talk...so if you're reading, and you need an unbiased ear...I'm willing to listen.