Starfall99
New member
I just recently discovered this place, first time posting, we'll see how it goes...I've had 2 friends with CF; one I met during a hospitalization, we were pen pals and called each other sometimes over a few years before mostly falling out of touch... she died several years ago. The other friend I met when we worked at the same camp, I was a little closer with him and we were in touch on a more regular basis... he died at the end of January, I really miss him. I found it kinda tricky having friends with CF -- aside from having to be careful about infections etc, it was really scary and hard to lose them, and part of me always felt a little guilty for being healthier than they were. So there was a certain amount of emotional baggage with the relationship... but on the other hand, it was SO nice having someone who just understood in that way no one else can. There have been so many times since the 2nd friend passed away that I've been dealing with something CF related and just thought "Oh man, I really wish I could get his opinion on this!" I miss that relationship and understanding... but at the same time, I feel like I'd be a little afraid to make another friend with CF because it can be so hard... I don't know.I also feel guilty sometimes talking to my non-CF friends about CF stuff, because I don't want to upset or scare them. I know that's what friends are for, but still... OK, I'm gonna stop rambling now. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">