A New Friend

A pretty good day. I had a support group meeting this morning. It was much more lively than normal and we were introduced to a new member of our group. I'm the only male member in the group but for me this isn't a problem. I'm quite comfortable whatever the setting. Our new member really did very well considering for her it was a major step forward. Things started off slow but the group leader soon managed to make her feel at ease and I think she eventually became quite comfortable with our informal and friendly banter. I'm sure over the weeks she will become more comfortable and feel able to contribute. It was really interesting to learn how the illness had affected her and how she had lived with it for most of her life.
It really struck me today how I seem to have become a regular fixture of the group and how for me it has formed an important and valuable event in my sparse weekly schedule.
We discussed various things today from benefits to blogs. I mentioned that I use a blog as a vent for my feelings, thoughts and concerns. I did say that I post semi-anonymously but anyone determined enough could easily locate it and associate it to me. Everyone seemed interested and I explained that it seemed to work for me, which it does. Of course some prefer to keep diaries, sometimes written. I've tried all sorts but I always had a problem ensuring I updated it daily and I do find the blog far easier to use and maintain. As well as being a very loose record of what I've done and what I think, it will someday assist me to remember things. It will also be useful for me son one day to find out about his father and perhaps understand gain an insight into things I would normally keep hidden. Maybe.