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"Coming Out"

8/23/2012

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It is with heavy heart that I share some news I’ve kept to myself for a few years now.  At first, my reasoning stemmed from a fear that being ill might keep me from obtaining an agent or large publisher.  As I went into self-publishing, I decided to remain silent, as it was not having that profound of an effect on my ability to write.  It may have slowed me down, but for me, “slow” was still quite fast when compared to most.  Unfortunately, new issues have arisen that tell me it’s time to “come out” and come clean.

I have systemic lupus, and while most people are able to live reasonably normal lives with proper medication, my life has been a regular struggle for some time despite appropriate medical treatment.  Just recently, I’ve begun to suffer swelling in the nerves and blood vessels behind my eyes, which has resulted in a blind spot in my left eye.  While I can still see, it is very distracting and makes it difficult for me to read.  Because of this, I must slow the number of books I read for review, and I will not be accepting any further works until further notice.

Moreover, I’m having great difficulty viewing the computer screen, which means I will have to reduce my writing until my sight improves.  I will still interact via e-mail and social networking, but it will be at a limited basis.  I have handed over my Twitter and Linked In accounts to my husband, who will ensure I receive all messages—and all responses will be mine, if by proxy.

My condition should improve, but it might take several weeks and could recur at any time.  During that time, I appreciate your patience and support.

Warm regards,
Leigh

19 Comments
Sumiko Saulson
8/23/2012 05:05:43 pm

>hugs< I am sorry you have to deal with all of this. I hope your eyesight improves soon. Thanks for letting us know, and please let us know if there is anything we can do to help or be supportive.

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Erin
8/24/2012 07:43:42 am

You hang in there Leigh with a supporting partner and friends you have a lot to work with. Perhaps dictating more, via that handsome supporter and also to and from the computer. But most important try to remain positive for the supporter.

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Jeffrey Kosh link
8/24/2012 07:46:50 am

I'm really sorry, my dear friend.
I wish you all the best.

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Dana Fredsti link
8/24/2012 07:48:47 am

You let me and Dave know if there's anything we can do for you, be it beta reading or whatever. And yes to the idea that dictating might not be a bad way to go if you need to get stuff out of your system while your eyesight heals. And it WILL heal!!! HUGS HUGS HUGS!!!!

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Jaime Johnesee
8/24/2012 07:52:04 am

I am proud of you. It's so hard to talk about such a painful and debilitating illness. Rest up, heal, and get yourself taken care of first. You know I will always be there to support and help in any way I can.

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Pam B Morris link
8/24/2012 07:55:34 am

Oh, Lisa, I'm so very sorry. This is just the pits. I hope rest will help you. I suffer from Meniere's disease and it isn't serious or debilitating until it suddenly is, but it's about vertigo and losing my hearing. I can't imagine what you're going through and I hope you heal fast and fervently. Best wishes and of course, hugs.

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Casey Dawes link
8/24/2012 07:57:14 am

So sorry to hear this, Lisa. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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Rhonda Hopkins link
8/24/2012 07:57:21 am

I am so sorry you are going through this. I'll be praying for you.

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Erik Gustafson link
8/24/2012 08:04:07 am

So sorry to hear this..you are in my thoughts and prayers! Take care of you!

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Rionna Morgan link
8/24/2012 08:15:30 am

You have more than patience and support. You have love as well. Please let me know if I can help in any way.

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Terri Louise
8/24/2012 08:35:22 am

Lisa,
I am sorry you have Lupus.... but there is hope. My best friend suffers from Lupus and I found an Herb that has helped her over the last 4 years. She is almost totally in remission. She has the worst of it.... losing almost everything that should function normally and it moved into her skin causing large problems all over her face, showing up one day at my house looking like a duck. I could not sit still as the medicine they gave her made it worse and worse. I got into my book for the northwest herbs, berries and trees.... I will go get it and look the herb up again. It has escaped me at this moment. Please know I am praying for you and I hope to maybe send you some help. Be right back.

Terri

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Terri Louise
8/24/2012 08:38:45 am

FLAX SEED!!!! Available at all herb stores. Please have your husband look it up. I think all bodies should have the opportunity to heal HUGS from Idaho. ♥ And it really does work. I have seen it.

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Lori R. Lopez link
8/24/2012 08:39:39 am

Lisa, you slow down and focus on your health at this point, until these issues improve. Don't feel guilt or obligation for taking a break for yourself. Everyone will be here. Write when you can, without pressure. A recorder might help for now. But you just focus mainly on strength and recuperation. I wish you the best in health and happiness. I'm so glad you have a supportive spouse. (((((((HUGS!))))))) <3

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Michael Meeske link
8/24/2012 09:14:37 am

Lisa - so sorry to hear of your condition, but I know you will get better. All our thoughts and good wishes directed to your health are sent your way.

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alan nayes link
8/24/2012 09:17:14 am

sorry to hear this--wishing you the best.(it seems i'm always bitching to myself because i can't seem to write a bestseller, but i'll take my health any day--so far i've been fortutnate). good luck to you, lisa, and hoping for your speedy recovery.

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Jennifer Thomas
8/24/2012 09:49:28 am

You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am very sorry that you are going through this, stay strong and positive and know that you have pleanty of people sending you well wishes and tons of love.

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Cathryn Cade link
8/24/2012 10:01:54 am

Leigh,

May God bless you and bring you comfort. Thanks for sharing with your writing community, and let me know if I can help you.

There is a program called DragonActually to which you can dictate your writing. I have other writer acquaintances who use it most successfully. Maybe that would be useful.

cyber hugs,
Cathryn

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Leigh M. Lane link
8/24/2012 10:09:36 am

Thank you all so much for the show of support. It means a lot.

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Danica Winters link
8/24/2012 02:25:35 pm

Leigh, I'm so sorry to hear about your diagnosis and recent problems. Please let me know if I can help in any way. My family is touched with Lupus as well and I know what a burden it can be. My heart goes out to you, but I know you are in good hands--your hubby is a sweetheart.

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