From Laughter to Tears: My Wife's Unwavering Love Through the Challenges of ALS



Dear Erika,

Where should I begin?

Words cannot justify the immense love and gratitude I feel for you. You have been my rock and pillar of strength, my unwavering support through the most challenging journey of my life. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you have done for me over the past nine years of living with ALS.

From the moment we heard the diagnosis, I knew that I had you by my side. Your tears and despair mirrored mine, but you never let that stop you from being there for me in every way possible. You took on the responsibility of caring for me with such love and devotion that it still leaves me in awe. You gave so much of yourself daily, never complaining or asking for anything.

You have been an incredible mother to our boys, Liam and Bayler. Even though you had to take on the role of both parents, you never let them feel anything less than loved and cared for. You worked tirelessly to provide for the boys; while being there for me every step of the way. You are the epitome of a Superwoman, and I am so proud of you.

I cannot thank you enough for the countless times you woke up in the middle of the night to care for me or the thousands of times you held my hand through my panic attacks. You never left my side during my 22 falling incidents, four surgeries, and one severe concussion. I will always be grateful for the quality of care you provided. Your dedication and love kept me from hospitalization. I miraculously never had a single hospitalization infection during those nine hard years, and I am forever indebted to you for that.

Despite the challenges, I am grateful for the moments of laughter and joy we shared, especially at the beginning of our relationship. You are why I wake up every day with a sense of purpose and hope, and I am so glad that I convinced that cute blonde to go on a date with me all those years ago.

You have been my partner, caregiver, and best friend, and I cannot imagine going through this journey without you. I am grateful to have you as my wife and the mother of my children. You are a shining example of unconditional love, and I will always cherish the memories we shared.

Thank you, Erika, for everything you have done for me. I love you more than words can express.

Forever and always,

I love you a bushel and a peck.

Seth

 


 

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