It is amazing what people will blame you for without considering their own behaviors or less-than-savory aspects of their personalities.

I have had so many health challenges that I didn't cause, except from being a woman. And I'm sure some people blame me for that too.

I think the picture of your bandages is very inspiring and shows what a great job you've done keeping them up and on. It is not easy. Anyone who thinks it is should buy a run-of-the-mill thigh-high compression stocking, which is beginner stuff compared to where you are, and find out how uncomfortable and hot and impossible to keep up those things are.

Forward. You are in it now, good for you, just keep moving forward. We are pulling for you.