Living with Multiple Sclerosis.

For starters, there is more than 300 types of MS - so my strand is just one of many.

I think it should be explained what this illness means for me.

I have no choice but to walk in the road to get from A to B.

The Freedom pass I have does help but I admit I do miss driving about in a car – I do have one, that’s declared off the road.

I was hoping to drive it again but I now accept that’s not going to happen again anytime soon – the guy who sold it to me some years ago clearly made a tidy profit!

The reason I walk on the road is because the pavements are uneven and I’m sick and tired of falling down on them.

I assure you it hurts my body and the pavements are not always clean!

The pavements don’t absorb my falls, like it did for Keanu Reeves in The Matrix.

Last time I fell was approximately six months ago, which resulted in deep cuts to my palms, cuts and grazes to my left leg (upper and lower) and my glasses scratched in both lenses – I couldn’t wear them again until this month, since I couldn’t afford to have them proffesionally cleaned. I also had whiplash.

Thankfully a kind neighbour saw me on the floor, picked me up from the pavement, popped in one lense back in it’s left socket and drove me free of charge to the main road, which is, for me, is 30 minutes away from my parent’s home.

The reason I moved back to live with my parents is because wherever I live, modifications will have to be made for my needs and as I found out to my dismay, about four years ago, private landlords are not prepared to allow such modications to their property.

I’ve also found I’ve got no choice but to walk in my local park to get from A to B or again, walk in the road.

Local authorities are getting rid of park wardens but not all sections of the park are full of people.

Please I’m not moaning but just saying these are a few of the daily battles I’ve got to go through since having near MS.

I miss being able to drive and yes I do also miss being taxed for it as my previous life gave me the freedom to come and go as I pleased, which included running (I can’t do that anymore and do miss this sport – I ran for Cancer Research and Race For Life) but now I realise I’ve got a new set of challenges ahead of me and I’m not bitter about my condition anymore.

Considering I’m now going swimming, although I do still kick myself in the pool, due to my lack of co-ordination, I do like the freedom the water gives to me and my soul.

So lets get swimming everyone!

Light and Love

Andria

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I still miss The News of the World newspaper.

It dealt with a wide range of subjects, including a book review that was very informative and influencial.

It introduced me to the pleasures of the Matt Rudd books about a guy called William Walker.

It’s like reading a male Bridget Jones.

Because I have demylenation disease, it takes me longer to read but the humour in them makes it worth it.

Check him out for yourself by clicking here.

That’s also one of the reasons why I feel libraries must be protected and I’m proud to be a supporter of them, which includes my local library Tokyngton.

Go libraries!

To see more of this worthwhile campaign, click here – although the campaign title doesn’t mention Tokyngton, they do cover it.

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So the Tevez move to Brazil’s Corinthians is off – or is it?

Either way, there’s no point in keeping on a player if they want to leave.

The asking price for this man maybe a factor – perhaps Manchester United were right in their refusal to pay the fee once demanded by Tevez’s reps two seasons ago as it’s clear Manchester City want a return on their investment on him.

I remember seeing Mr Tevez several months ago, training at Chelsea FC’s Stamford Bridge with his personal trainer a good four hours before their match.

His energy and goal scoring make him a fantastic player – no wonder City won’t let him leave at any price – if the rumours are correct it seems that Corinthians are going to bid for Carlos again, with a new and improved bid.

I truly hope all goes well for him, wherever he plays.

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Also on this issue of wishing people well, Northampton, the runners up of the Heineken Cup, are going to need it when they face the Irish team Munster.

I admit I’m not much of a rugby fan but I’ve heard about this team – they are formidable.

Like the 1970’s female tennis player Billie Jean King, they take everything they see.

Don’t take my word for it, read their impressive track record for yourself by clicking here.
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Light and Peace

Andria