Bad News

I am so sorry to hear that Darren, I know the hope that one has when you dont have a fit for a while.
as far as the driving license goes after beeing 12 years siezure free I got a license but I am to scared to drive.
It has to do with my concentrastion. I tried it but e.g didn t see red lights so I gave it up. I dont know whats more frustration not to be allowed to drive because ofthe epilepsy or not to be able to drive because I just can t.
Did you ever have a driving licensens? Mabye you are better off without. Is there public transpoert where you live?
Here the PT is nonexistant so its kidda hard. But I get by.
Well I wish you all the best and hopefully the DVLA will let you drive.
Allthe best and try to be positive.
I beleive things happen for a reason.
Love
sun

Darren,

I am so, so sorry to hear your news.  I am hoping they make an exception for you.  Please keep us updated.

With love and prayers,

Carla

Unfortunately, I am in the UK (not the states) and I saw the doctor yesterday who told me that I would definately have to wait a year before driving again.

Darren,

I am so sorry and I would jump the pond to drive you around but I would probably be arrested for driving on the wrong side of the road.

You did not need this news but I know how strong you are and I will pray for the time to go by quickly and seizure free.

Hugs sweetie,
Kitt

Darren,

I am sorry to hear what happened. I agree about there being a reason for all things that happen. I know it stinks, but you know there are worse things in life. I have a girlfriend who is legally blind and can NEVER drive again. I do hope you are feeling well now.

Hugs,

Gail

Darren,

Just joined this board, but I recently just lost my privilege to drive as well. 2 months ago I had my first seizure in 2 years in my car while I was driving. Lost the ability to drive (again). But, I am just glad that no one was coming down the other direction when I had that seizure. But, it definitely does put things in perspective. I currently walk to work, grocery store, Walmart, etc. I feel for you as I am kind of in the same situation. I am definitely counting down the months (only 6 months seizure free in Georgia needed).

Hope you make it to your goal of 1 year seizure free as well!

Mark

Just a few crumbs of comfort, Darren, while you're waiting out the next year:

1. You get to feel smug about reducing your carbon footprint

2. You can get a disability railcard knocking a third off your fares. This means train travel in the UK is just ridiculously expensive, rather than absolutely ridiculously expensive

3. You can scrounge lifts from absolutely everyone without feeling guilty.

Andrew

So sorry to hear about your maladys Darren. It is a lot tougher to try and get around without your own transportation but I like what was said about maybe it happened for a reason and we all benefit from it because you are still here and we are not hearing about our Mod having a wreck and losing his life or somebody else losing their life. Thank God you are still here and have that natural ability to help other people

Hi Darren

Sorry to hear your news about the driving license. Kate is thinking about applying for her own and wants driving lessons so I know how important it is to have your independence! She is champing at the bit and wanting to be behind the wheel yesterday! By the sound of your last post you now have a job with WALMART? Hope they are treating you well! All is ok here and Kate is still siezure free ( almost 2 years now) despite testing her medication with too many late nights and occasional excesses of alcohol! All the best Darren. Hope things work out with the driving. Gill J