My parents raised me as though nothing was wrong. My epilepsy was never discussed. They were always concerned when they found out I had a seizure, but that was the only time. My husband is more concerned than my parents are.

I lucked out if you want to call it that, as my mom was head nurse of Rehab at Jewish Hospital (BJC), a tough woman. She wasn't an enabler for anyone but pushed all to do their best. You'd be surprised how much a difference that push makes. So although I gripe about the little things she & dad treated us all the same.

I could not have had better parents. They treated the 4 boys as equal partners in the household and everyone had to pull their weight in chores keeping the house clean and your room and helping mommer with laundry. If you wanted clean clothes wash them, It was simple. As for epilepsy, I got away with with a lot stuff because I played games on my parents. I was an immature little punk. and I knew it was wrong. I came out okay I am happily married and going on 28 years. ericthom3

No they didn't. I was told to make sure I took my medicine daily but other than that just reminded that I was not any different because of my epilepsy and shouldn't let others treat me as I am. Only I can determine who I am. Can't thank them enough for this

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