Hi Ray, SusanEllen66, paktoledo, bkfoster, harley22, and whoever is joining the conversation - WOW - there are lots of great words of wisdom, ideas, resources, and encouragements packed into this space. If I could just tell you all, you make my day. One of the facets of human wisdom is to acknowledge when (you) don't have all (or even most) of the answers, and be willing to admit it. At the same time, to share the truths of your own situations and even offer possible resources is compassion in action. Thank you one and all.

I, too, am dazzled by the array of variants of PN. Mine is Distal Symmetric Axonal-demylinating Sensorimotor PN. Pain is mostly under control through a variety of medications and PT/ myokinesthetic approaches. My balance is horrible - I walk with a cane, or walker, or rollator, depending on the situation, and have to concentrate on every step. It isn't always easy to feel positive but I am beyond grateful for all the interventions, mobility aids, great physicians and staffs, and of course to all of you. Most of all I am thankful to God, as His grace in provision of all good things, material or otherwise, is without limits. He is with me 24/7 and He hears my prayer.

I'm a retired educator (Jr Hi, HS, college) and I have a wonderful family: 3 grown kids with families of their own, and my little dog - part Bichon Frise, part Poodle.

Blessings to you all ~
Barb in Iowa