Thanks for the prayers. For me, the frustration was the constant coughing that led to the diagnosis of IPF. A a person of faith, the my future well-being is not dependent upon a cure because, there is a common condition faced by all and that is the grave. Anyone who has ever owned a cor, washing machine, or lawn mower, etc. knows they do finally wear out. So too, this biologic machine we call our bodies wears out and eventually we won't have it to walk about in. I find it somewhat paradoxical that, on the one hand persons who profess faith in The Christ are consumed with preserving their lives while on the other hand are hoping to be clothed upon with that garment that won't wear out. For me, it's about the quality of life, not length. Most everyone knows they won't live this life forever but have not come to grips with the issue of their eternal quality of life - so to speak. In this life, I have been really blessed, in that I have very healthy and have not been particularly impaired by anything until now. And actually, am not now really that impaired. I suppose when it comes to health and quality of life, I've spoiled. So, now I complain because I can't pretend I'm still 30. We are called to bare His cross daily but, I haven't been able to match IPF to Cross Bearing. If you are a person of faith as your response suggests, I hope your quality of life improves until you are called home. That is what I hope for myself. Finally, for me, the issue isn't death, it's dying. I explain it to my friends this way. I hate to fly (really really uncomfortable with the very idea of getting on a plane). I want love to go to Hawaii. Aye, there's the rub - can't get to Hawaii without getting on that plane. (Rapture not withstanding). Have a great day, and God give you the strength you need for today.

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