The Unspoken Heros
I’ve said this a couple times previously but I’m the third generation of Ulcerative Colitis pretty much proving that this disease has put my family through the ringer. Fortunately I can say that this is the first time that I’ve seen this side of the situation. Today I’m the family member who is sitting in the waiting room while a loved one is in surgery. I want to just thank everyone who was waiting for me. From the ones in the waiting room to the ones sitting by the phone waiting for my sarcastic “I’m alive” text message or phone call. I never understood what it felt like to be on this side, but now I do and let me tell you it’s not a good feeling. While we might have to fight the physical, and often the emotional battle through this disease, our friends and our family face a very similar yet very different battle. We are always recognized for how strong we are and the tough fight we put up, our loved ones are often left in the dark despite all they do. Not only do they have ...