Elise-
You certainly deserve the Bravery Award!
You are much braver than I am, and I'm 47.
I go to the pool, also. I had to find a VERY BIG bathing suit, as I've been on steroids for most of the last 10 years.
When the doctor lets me go off the steroids for awhile, I do lose some of the weight, so once you get feeling better and running around - hopefully by this summer - you won't have to worry about that belly.
You are such an inspiration to all of us and you help me feel brave every day. I tell myself - If Elise can go through all that she has, I can certainly do what I have to do.
Thank you, Elise. Keep being brave. I'll pray that you're out and running by summer, and that you Mom and Dad keep up their good work helping you, tool
Love, Tracy