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01/19/2008 19:26
suzeesotherhalf
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Hi everyone,

I am Suzee's husband. She's been on my case for a bit to come to the site that she loves so much and write something. So, here I am.

Well, she really didn't have to be on my case about it. I've been going to...just haven't until lately. She's been kind of down due to some misfortune on the site so I thought now would be a good time for me to visit.

She tells me a lot about how bad she feels for people with this that don't have a spouse that cares. What? How could you not care? When she told me that...I really couldn't understand it. It makes no sense to me anyhow.

I married my wife because I love her. Not because she did the dishes or kept a spotless house. Because she's her...and I love her! I may pick up a lot of slack when it comes to certain things, but isn't that what a marriage, companionship, friendship and love is all about?

I don't know, maybe I'm missing something here. So, all I really want to say is this:

If you are married or have a 'partner' (as she calls it) that has Fibromyalgia...I don't see how you can love them any less. It would only be right to love them more! They hurt, they're depressed and they want to do everything that they can for and with us. If they can't....SO WHAT! They can't help it but we can help them by reading about it, asking questions if we have them and learning as we go.

That's what I've done anyhow and I couldn't be happier with the one I married. I don't know if she's told you or not, but we've been married 3 months and have only known each other for 9 months. I didn't know what 'Fibro' was until I met her and still...I'll never regret that I saved the one marriage of my life for her.

Please, give your spouse your love and kindness. Not only when they need it but all of the time. My wife is worth it...isn't yours?

Thanks for listening and I can't wait to hear what all of you say about me. Oh, I sure can't wait! LOL

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01/19/2008 19:49
singingangel
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You are a wonderful husband. Suzie is very lucky to have you. I couldnt agree with you more with what you said. Wish we could have all our hubbies to read this.
I have dystonia, neuropathy, gerd, arthritis, and fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel and other ailments. I enjoy embroidery,music, and reading my Bible and Christian books. I love to bake. I try to be very supportive and positive.
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01/19/2008 19:52
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Hey welcome...... It nice to know there are two wonderful males in the world..... you for understanding you wife and helping......

And me.................lol I would say I am sorry....but what the heck I needed a laugh tonigh.....

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01/19/2008 19:58
ellie1
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OH, gosh, you guys have me in tears! REALLY! I wish that Dan was home, and not on the road working, because he is another angel who has stuck through the miseries of this disease with me all along.

You guys are just wonderful. I wish ALL women who are sick would have such support as you give your wives. Bless you both.

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01/19/2008 20:23
fibroforever
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Hi suzeesotherhalf! Nice to meet you!

I'm so glad you posted here. I hope that other men with have the chance to read this and 'maybe' understand a little.

I am blessed with a loving husband, two great daughters, and a wonderful son-in-law.

My life wouldn't be "okay" if I didn't have them, all of them. I brag about my hubby all the time. Lots of women say, "I'm never gonna have another man!!!" (cause they're mad at them for one reason or another) I always, "Me either! I'll never get one as good as I've got now!"

It was really nice of you to take time to visit with us. I hope you come back again! And I do hope that all spouses will read this, I know some men have Fibro too, and the women don't understand. They need to remember their marriage vows.

You're doing a great job of taking care of Suzee! Make sure you take care of yourself too!

Amy

"When you feel like giving up, remember why you held on for so long in the first place." ~Unknown

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01/19/2008 20:59
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Ditto to everything that fibrofever said! Kudos to you for loving your wife for who she is!
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01/20/2008 03:00
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ok now that I have stopped crying i can post. no sorry I'm wrong can't get any words. welcome i'm glad she got you to post since we hear so much about you. I'll have to try for the meaningful stuff later because I guess I really wasn't done crying
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01/20/2008 09:24
Kels
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You are awesome and so is she! How could u not love her? I've only known her for a couple days and I wanna keep her! LOL.

My Boyfriend of 3 1/2 years is also great, we grew up together so he has seen me get worse and worse over the years... and never changed how he felt... if anything he is more caring and attentive. He is real shy and not so good with words though, he might get on here and say "I agree with everything her husband said..." LOl. We are very lucky and I am thankful for it everyday.

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01/20/2008 09:46
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I am almost speechless. You both are so lucky to have each other. I either dont do marriage well or I have really bad taste in men.I wish my soon to be ex husband felt for me what you feel for her. I really thought he did until he ended this 20 year marriage because I was sick and he couldn't deal with it. It has came as a shock to all who have known us because he didn't seem the type to do this. I am doing better and your post gives me hope that there are still good men out there. I may never have another relationship again but I hope when the time comes my youngest daughter can find a man like you. Got any older brothers? Single dad or uncles??LOL I still have my humor which gets me through everything.
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01/20/2008 12:16
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Wow, I can't stop crying either.......that is very beautiful!

I too am lucky, my hubby takes amazing care of me, I know just how lucky I am!

Hello Suzeesotherhalf, it is very nice to meet you, keep up the great work!

DoDo

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