As someone with cystic fibrosis, I struggled with the fact that I might be a burden to those who helped care for me. Things changed when I married Ramón and learned the true meaning of caregiving.
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To the moms of children with CF who feel isolated in their journey — you are not alone. This is my letter to you, from someone who understands.
Take it from me, dating with cystic fibrosis can be hard — from not having the energy to keep up with our partners to dealing with all the not-so-sexy aspects of the disease. But it’s important to not settle for anything less than the love and support we deserve.
The CF community supported me so much during my two double-lung transplants, so I’m eager and excited to give back. One of the ways I got involved was by becoming a mentor, which is how I formed an incredible bond with my friend, Brittani.
Living with an illness like advanced lung disease can be incredibly isolating and limiting. But I’ve found a way to connect with others and make my own adventures through online gaming.