Multiple sclerosis is anything but easy. It can be
challenging, surprisingly wearisome, and downright onerous.
We own that.
What does onerous
even mean?
Onerous is arduous, back-breaking, burdensome, difficult, hard,
oppressive, strenuous, toilsome, and weighty. The word is derived
from the Latin word “onus,” which is still used today to refer to a burden or a
heavy load.
Like MS.
Life with multiple sclerosis requires extra effort. Simple
tasks that many folks accomplish without much attention, exertion, or intention
can be significant achievements for the MSer, particularly when the MS MonSter
is in full attack mode. A level path becomes an uphill climb for the MS
warrior. Everyday projects can be exhausting, taking on Herculean standards of
strain.
Often, we rise to the occasion. Sometimes we crumble. All too frequently, we overdo it on our good
days, only to find ourselves down for the count on the days that follow. It’s
the labor of life for the MSer, at least till a cure is found. But we are still
kicking … and we’re kicking MS to the curb the best we can.
Image/s:
April A to Z Challenge 2016 logo – fair
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Adapted from public domain artwork
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