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Lucia is waiting with a light/candle at the end of the tunnel

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RD_Swede
RD_Swede

To-day is the Lucia Day in Sweden. She comes with candles in her hair and in her hand. She enlightens us in the darkest period of the year with light and songs. This morning, I didn´t have time to watch TV programmes with Lucia and "Star boys" accompanying her as I had to go to rehab early. I thought back at celebration of Lucia when we went to school and when the children celebrated Lucia. If you are interested to find out more you can google Lucia in Sweden and also find songs on Youtube**.

On December 13 in 2008, I got off pred after 3 ½ years of pmr and GCA. I had found out a new way of tapering slower than before and finally got off pred. I chose to say that I did it on December 13 - the Lucia Day in Sweden, because it is easy to remember and it also is a positive day. For us who have or have had pmr and/or GCA it is nice to know that Lucia is there with a light at the end of the tunnel. I have now been off pred for 10 years and I hope when you read this that it helps you all thinking about a happy end soon.

At last, I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

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  • Anhaga
    Anhaga RD_Swede

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    Thank you! And thank you for sharing all those years ago your method for slow tapering. 💝

  • tina-uk_cwall
    tina-uk_cwall RD_Swede

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    What wonderful news that you are still PMR free and healthy. I wish you also Best Wishes for Christmas and the coming New Year, regards, Tina.

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