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(Message started by: George_J on Jun 27^th, 2007, 2:20am)

Title: Thank you, my brave companions...
Post by George_J on Jun 27^th, 2007, 2:20am

There's a gulf between those who've experienced CH in any form, episodic or chronic--and those who have never experienced it.

I have never been able to communicate to anyone else what CH is actually like--the pain, yes, but also the lowering sense of dread and doom that accompanies it, and the overwhelming relief when a hit is over. These are outside my poor powers of description.

I'm thankful every day for all of you--the only people on earth who truly know what it's like to pass through an attack, and find the shore on the other side. You have, always, my greatest respect and admiration. You are warriors, and my brave companions.

For those who support us, please know that you are blessed and appreciated beyond words--although you cannot remove our pain and the battle is ours alone, you remind us that life is worth any price that is paid. Thank you.

My best to you all,

George

Title: Re: Thank you, my brave companions...
Post by LeLimey on Jun 27^th, 2007, 3:37am

:-*

There is nothing like the relief that comes with getting to the end of the attack is there? I always look at the clock afterwards and I'm amazed by how "early" it still is - time loses meaning and it feels like an eternity has passed so finding out it has "only" been a couple of hours and that I still have "day" left never fails to amaze me.

Of course there is the flip side where its "only" 2:30am and you know there are several hours before getting up time for it to happen all over again..

Its that swinging between desperation and euphoria that leaves me not knowing which way is up sometimes.

We loves ya Georgie - and we have your back too

huge hugs
Helen xxx

Title: Re: Thank you, my brave companions...
Post by tanner on Jun 27^th, 2007, 4:44am

George, I hope that a hug from another hetro man won't send you into shock :)

Consider yourself Hugged [smiley=hug.gif]

.......Sleep well and awaken refreshed my friend!

.........Tim who won't be posting much more tonight...I hope [smiley=hammer.gif]

Title: Re: Thank you, my brave companions...
Post by Shedz on Jun 27^th, 2007, 9:30am

Ditto [smiley=hug.gif] [smiley=hug.gif] [smiley=hug.gif]

Title: Re: Thank you, my brave companions...
Post by DennisM1045 on Jun 27^th, 2007, 12:15pm

Well said George… That is why this forum is so comforting to all of us. It’s the only place on earth where the experience is shared and understood.

-Dennis-

Title: Re: Thank you, my brave companions...
Post by Linda_Howell on Jun 27^th, 2007, 12:25pm

Quote:

These are outside my poor powers of description

But if anyone COULD...it would be you George. I always enjoy reading your posts because they are well thought out, intelligent and very articulate. You seem to always have the exact right words to say no matter what the subject is.

Linda

Title: Re: Thank you, my brave companions...
Post by Rosybabe on Jun 27^th, 2007, 6:01pm

on 06/27/07 at 02:20:25, George_J wrote:

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u236/msnoodle_2007/36.gif

Title: Re: Thank you, my brave companions...
Post by JDH on Jun 27^th, 2007, 8:32pm

Pretty cool ain't it George ;)

Jim

Title: Re: Thank you, my brave companions...
Post by Jonny on Jun 27^th, 2007, 8:54pm

Kickass post, George!

You have become a big part of this family and I think it has to do with your honesty from the start. ;)

Im damn proud to call you brother!!

.....................................Jonny

Title: Re: Thank you, my brave companions...
Post by E-Double on Jun 27^th, 2007, 9:22pm

you rock and hopefully we can share stories, hugs, beer, whatever in person someday.

PF wishes

Title: Re: Thank you, my brave companions...
Post by ShariRae on Jun 27^th, 2007, 9:41pm

Beautifully said George...
Much Love
Shari

Title: Re: Thank you, my brave companions...
Post by cynjeep89 on Jun 27^th, 2007, 10:47pm

Gee, this board has turned all warm and fuzzy......cool!!

;;D

Title: Re: Thank you, my brave companions...
Post by Charlie on Jun 28^th, 2007, 2:08am

Nicely done George.

Like Helen said: It's impossible to explain how we feel as the horror goes away. I like to say that it's like the pain running down a drain. Nothing like it.

Charlie

Title: Re: Thank you, my brave companions...
Post by rickyshot on Jun 28^th, 2007, 11:02am

well said.

Title: Re: Thank you, my brave companions...
Post by taraann on Jun 28^th, 2007, 6:37pm

So well said. It truly is amazing the relief, the natural high when the pain is gone. My best right back at ya George and of course to the rest of you dain bramaged bunch! ;)