Re: [TMIC] TM and Lupus question

2009-09-17 Thread Grace M.
*Hi Jill,  *
**
*I have a friend with Systemic Lupus.  She does chemo--Rituxan (Rituximab)
which I also do, though for NMO.  Yes, she has had multiple TM attacks, but
her case is severe.  Not all cases progress like hers has.*
**
*Gracie*


>
>
>


Re: [TMIC] Who else knew this about Gunny..? (Richard Boyle)

2009-09-17 Thread Akua
 Currently, it seems that the only way anything is going to get done 
is if we, ourselves takes this bull by the horns and do something 
for ourselves.
If anyone has any input, thoughts, ideas, criticisms etcplease 
let me know and they will be duly noted.

Thanks,
Kevin


I'm trying to start a paratransit nonprofit where I live-- so I and 
others can shop and get around.
There's no food delivery service here either. I wrote my 
congressman-- Massa and he said the lack of transport was a local 
thing, but Google collects paratransit stories for me and
I have several from around the country that report stimulaus funds 
are being used to buy MORE paratransit busses!


Akua

--



[TMIC] test

2009-09-17 Thread Jill Z


[TMIC] TM and Lupus question

2009-09-17 Thread Jill Z
After 6 years and 2 TM episodes I finally got a diagnosis yesterday.  I went 
from having TM to MS to no MS to Lupus.  Oddly enough all "normal" lupus tests 
come back negative, but theres a new and specific one that came back positive.
The crazy part is I was taking shots for MS since March!  Good thing I went to 
a bigger and better hospital in the city.
 
Do all of you out there with Lupus have multiple TM episodes?  I know there is 
a whole spectrum of symptoms with Lupus.   Do your doctors have you on any 
specific Lupus Meds?  He just told me to take a baby asprin/day alond with 
Vitamin D and fish oil.
 
Thanks for your input,
Jill in Chicago
 
 

Re: [TMIC] tremors

2009-09-17 Thread Barbara H.
Shaky hands or a feeling of shakiness or vibration internally can also be a
sign of low blood sugar.

Barbara H.
http://barbarah.wordpress.com/

On Thu, Sep 17, 2009 at 7:24 PM, Jan Hargrove  wrote:

> *Alton,*
> **
> *I've had some of the same shaky hands...can feel*
> *it through my armsit doesn't happen often so*
> *I decided after reading of like feelings from others*
> *on here, it must be another Gift from TM.  I've not*
> *changed meds or any such, just hope it's not an*
> *'age' thing!!!  *
> *jan  Stillwater, OK*
> **
>
>
> --- On *Thu, 9/17/09, Alton Ryder * wrote:
>
>
> From: Alton Ryder 
> Subject: Re: [TMIC] tremors
> To: "TMIC" 
> Date: Thursday, September 17, 2009, 4:01 PM
>
>
> For some time now the shakes have been back.  If I want to read a note, I
> have to "carve" the letters one by one.
>
> Alton, who still takes the same amount of mysoline
>
> On Nov 25, 2007, at 4:33 PM, Alton Ryder wrote:
>
> > I've been on Mysoline/primidone 50 mg, once/day for seven years.  Before
> then my hands shook so badly, I was unable to write - almost as if I had
> cerebral palsy.  It took a while to take effect, then my shakes went away.
> >
> > Alton
>
>


Re: [TMIC] Support groups

2009-09-17 Thread Jan Hargrove
No Jude, we're not breaking this group up.someone wanted to know about 
starting a support group in her state or some such after Gillian wrote of 
meeting another tmer face 
to face and how much she got from their meeting.I may not contribute often, 
but this
group is an important part of my living with tm!!
 
My 2¢    janh   Stillwater, OK

--- On Thu, 9/17/09, heyjude48...@aol.com  wrote:











Maybe I missed something...Is our large group breaking up?  Are we forming 
small groups in each of our States or something?  Will someone please explain 
what is going on with each of us giving up the State in which we live?
 
I love our special TM group and will hate giving up the love between us.  
Without you I don't know what I would have done when Pam passed away.  You all 
had my back and supported me until I could stand on my own.  That's what we do 
for one another.  Now we are doing it for Carol who just lost her loving 
husband, Jim and needs us to hold her up.  She needs us.  We need each other 
all of the time.
 
I have had very close relationships with one or another of you at different 
times when I was desperate for a friend.  I don't know how those friendships 
began, but when I needed you, one special person showed up.  It has been 
difficult to figure out why certain people have been there for me at different 
times.  
 
Well, I'm tired...more about this later.
Love to you all,
Jude
 

In a message dated 9/16/2009 5:22:14 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 
grace...@gmail.com writes:
Grace Mitchell  SW PA  Devic's Support  


On Wed, Sep 16, 2009 at 12:54 PM, Cindy McLeroy  
wrote:



Cindy McLeroy
Support group leader for Southern CA
 
Reply direcly to me if you are interested in joining our group.  We've been 
going strong for almost 7 years.


Re: [TMIC] tremors

2009-09-17 Thread Jan Hargrove
Alton,
 
I've had some of the same shaky hands...can feel
it through my armsit doesn't happen often so
I decided after reading of like feelings from others
on here, it must be another Gift from TM.  I've not
changed meds or any such, just hope it's not an
'age' thing!!!  
jan  Stillwater, OK
 


--- On Thu, 9/17/09, Alton Ryder  wrote:


From: Alton Ryder 
Subject: Re: [TMIC] tremors
To: "TMIC" 
Date: Thursday, September 17, 2009, 4:01 PM


For some time now the shakes have been back.  If I want to read a note, I have 
to "carve" the letters one by one.

Alton, who still takes the same amount of mysoline

On Nov 25, 2007, at 4:33 PM, Alton Ryder wrote:

> I've been on Mysoline/primidone 50 mg, once/day for seven years.  Before then 
> my hands shook so badly, I was unable to write - almost as if I had cerebral 
> palsy.  It took a while to take effect, then my shakes went away.
> 
> Alton



Re: [TMIC] Support groups

2009-09-17 Thread Heyjude48458
 
 
Maybe I missed something...Is our large group  breaking up?  Are we forming 
small groups in each of our States or  something?  Will someone please 
explain what is going on with each of  us giving up the State in which we live?
 
I love our special TM group and will hate giving  up the love between us.  
Without you I don't know what I would have  done when Pam passed away.  You 
all had my back and supported me  until I could stand on my own.  That's 
what we do for one  another.  Now we are doing it for Carol who just lost her 
loving  husband, Jim and needs us to hold her up.  She needs us.  We  need 
each other all of the time.
 
I have had very close relationships with one or  another of you at 
different times when I was desperate for a friend.   I don't know how those 
friendships began, but when I needed you, one  special person showed up.  It 
has 
been difficult to figure out why  certain people have been there for me at 
different times.   

Well, I'm tired...more about this  later.
Love to you all,
Jude
 
 
In a message dated 9/16/2009 5:22:14 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
grace...@gmail.com writes:

Grace  Mitchell  SW PA  Devic's Support  

On Wed, Sep 16, 2009 at 12:54 PM, Cindy McLeroy  
<_cindymcle...@socal.rr.com_ (mailto:cindymcle...@socal.rr.com) >  wrote:


Cindy  McLeroy
Support group  leader for Southern CA
 
Reply direcly to  me if you are interested in joining our group.  We've 
been going  strong for almost 7  years.










[TMIC] Hand Powered Generator

2009-09-17 Thread Akua

http://windstreampower.com/Human_Power_Generator.php
"AC appliances can be used with the Human Power Generator by using a 
DC-AC inverter connected to a battery for stability (see our Portable 
Power Pack). It is also possible to directly power certain DC powered 
equipment such as a low power water pump without using a battery. 
Appliances such as a DC television, light or radio may also be used. 
However, with this application, a voltage regulator may be required 
and keep in mind that the electrical current delivered, follows the 
same rhythym of your pedaling - which is not constant.


The amount of electrical power that can be generated by the Human 
Power Generator is determined by the energy available to turn the 
crank . The stronger the user, the more electrical power can be 
produced. Typical output in watts with the Human Power Generator is 
about 60 Watts or 35 Watts with handcranks. "Human Power Generator: 
$550.00


A battery is optimal and they offer a 12v Storage- Electromate 400 for $130

Sigh. So to get a back up and self powered energy source I would have 
to spend about $700.

At least I now know it exists.

--



Re: [TMIC] tremors

2009-09-17 Thread Alton Ryder
For some time now the shakes have been back.  If I want to read a  
note, I have to "carve" the letters one by one.


Alton, who still takes the same amount of mysoline

On Nov 25, 2007, at 4:33 PM, Alton Ryder wrote:

I've been on Mysoline/primidone 50 mg, once/day for seven years.   
Before then my hands shook so badly, I was unable to write - almost  
as if I had cerebral palsy.  It took a while to take effect, then my  
shakes went away.


Alton




Re: [TMIC] Looking for TMr's for support groups

2009-09-17 Thread Linda Egli






Subject: Re: [TMIC] Looking for TMr's for support groups

Linda Egli - Marshall, Texas 




> 


Re: [TMIC] Looking for TMr's for support groups

2009-09-17 Thread LadyOwl1961
Kathy from
Minneapolis, Minnesota
  - Original Message - 
  From: Trudy Ogilvie 
  To: Catherine 
  Cc: kevin weilacher ; Transverse Mylitis Group 
  Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2009 1:57 PM
  Subject: Re: [TMIC] Looking for TMr's for support groups


  Trudy from Northern Virginia   :)


  On Sun, Sep 13, 2009 at 9:25 PM, Catherine  wrote:

Kevin,

That is a wonderful idea.  Why don't we all just say where we are from .. 
as I have seen here.  Several support groups may start.  Thank you for a great 
idea

So I will start...

Catherine, caretaker   Central Mass.





From: kevin weilacher 
To: tmic-list@eskimo.com
Sent: Saturday, September 12, 2009 4:59:53 PM
Subject: [TMIC] Looking for TMr's from N.E. Ohio area


Who here on the list is from what is classified as the N.E. Ohio area.
I have the 2007-2008 TMA directory and I'm sure that there have been some 
changes or updates.
I'm looking at trying to start a NE Ohio TMA support group. I know there is 
an Ohio support group but I believe the closest area is Columbus. Honestly, 
that is a bit too far for me to drive for support meeting get togethers.
I know Gunny is on here and I know about Ella in Elyriacan anyone help 
me out..?
I think we could benefit from something like thisespecially in light of 
the recent posting from Gilly...where she said that she just recently met 
another TM'r. How many others are out there that would like to meet another 
TM'r and you might have someone in your "back yard" so to speak that you don't 
know about.

Thanks,
Kevin








  -- 
  Everything is possible for one who believes,
  still more for one who hopes, 
  even more for one who loves"


Re: [TMIC] Looking for TMr's for support groups

2009-09-17 Thread Trudy Ogilvie
Trudy from Northern Virginia   :)

On Sun, Sep 13, 2009 at 9:25 PM, Catherine  wrote:

> Kevin,
>
> That is a wonderful idea.  Why don't we all just say where we are from ..
> as I have seen here.  Several support groups may start.  Thank you for a
> great idea
>
> So I will start...
>
> Catherine, caretaker   Central Mass.
>
> --
> *From:* kevin weilacher 
> *To:* tmic-list@eskimo.com
> *Sent:* Saturday, September 12, 2009 4:59:53 PM
> *Subject:* [TMIC] Looking for TMr's from N.E. Ohio area
>
> Who here on the list is from what is classified as the N.E. Ohio area.
> I have the 2007-2008 TMA directory and I'm sure that there have been some
> changes or updates.
> I'm looking at trying to start a NE Ohio TMA support group. I know there is
> an Ohio support group but I believe the closest area is Columbus. Honestly,
> that is a bit too far for me to drive for support meeting get togethers.
> I know Gunny is on here and I know about Ella in Elyriacan anyone help
> me out..?
> I think we could benefit from something like thisespecially in light of
> the recent posting from Gilly...where she said that she just recently met
> another TM'r. How many others are out there that would like to meet another
> TM'r and you might have someone in your "back yard" so to speak that you
> don't know about.
>
> Thanks,
> Kevin
>
>
>


-- 
Everything is possible for one who believes,
still more for one who hopes,
even more for one who loves"


[TMIC] OT ~ THE LARYNGOSPASMS

2009-09-17 Thread ROSEOFRENO
 
I know there are quite a few of you that are or  were
in the medical field so decided to share this
trust me and click on the second link first!!
These guys are great the one on the extreme
right is a doll.I think I'm in love. :-)
   ~ Lynn
 
 
 
 
 
Welcome to the official website of The Laryngospasms, a  group of 
practicing Certified
Registered Nurse Anesthetists that create & perform medical parodies for  
audiences
throughout the United States. Since the group's inception at a 1991 
Christmas party,
the group has recorded two albums, three videos, and has been featured in  
numerous
publications, radio & television shows. So c'mon in, kick off your shoes, 
grab  your
favorite beverage &  enjoy!
 

The Laryngospasms - Sleep Has Never Sounded So Good! -  Home:
_http://www.laryngospasms.com/index.cfm_ 
(http://www.laryngospasms.com/index.cfm) 
 
The newest Music Video from the  Laryngospasms:
 
 
YouTube - Waking Up Is Hard To Do:
_http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOrjcLJ2IE0&feature=related_ 
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOrjcLJ2IE0&feature=related) 
 



Re: [TMIC] Prunes for those with a sweet tooth

2009-09-17 Thread ROSEOFRENO
Okay girls.if you want to make this cake more  healthy:-)
do not use the corn syrupthat is the worse thing you  can
put in your bodyuse the honey.
also.substitute olive oil for the veg. oil.
 
I learned from a chef that you can substitute olive oil  for
any oil in your recipesand you can substitute butter  in
any recipe that calls for shortening or  margarine.
 
I've been a happy baker ever since.  :-)
   ~ Lynn


Re: [TMIC] Who else knew this about Gunny..? (Richard Boyle)

2009-09-17 Thread Grace M.
  *Hiya Kevin,  *
>


>  *Yes, Gunny's a great guy and, as you can see, a BUSY guy, but he always
> takes his time out to help, if it's needed.  He's been instrumental over the
> years in helping several of our NMO members to get into Hopkins quickly, and
> it's most appreciated.  I'm looking forward to his next support meeting
> because I'm gonna try to get myself out there.  *
>


>  *GO GUNNY!  *
>


>  *Hugs, Gracie*
>


>  **
>


[TMIC] Who else knew this about Gunny..? (Richard Boyle)

2009-09-17 Thread kevin weilacher
He has been quite the proactive person over the years in trying to help get 
things done to help the TMA, to help Dr. Kerr and to help disabled peopled 
peopled in general. 
Over the last few months we've discovered that he's done some drumming for the 
50's Doo-Wop group The Edsels, We found out that he also wrote a book called 
"Living With A Spinal Cord Injury, He founded the International Disability 
Coalition to try and help fund Dr. Kerr at Johns Hopkins who also just so 
happens to be his cousin. He also wants the IDC to be able to help disabled 
individuals with various things, such as supplies or assistance with things and 
he specifically spoke of a post he saw on here yesterday. Gunny sent me a note 
yesterday referencing the post from Akua and how
she has to pay $88 a month to get someone to shop for her. That is
utterly rediculous..!! Gunny would love to be able to have the means to provide 
a service to a person such as Akua with no charge to her either through 
volunteers or organizations donating their resources. Ultimately this is the 
type of thing we are shooting for.
Anyway, I recently come across this bit of information.
Click the link and read what it has to say...Extremely interesting.
http://www.myelitis.org/articles/2605tmapr.htm

How many of us knew that..?   I didn't.

When Gunny contacted me and asked me if I'd like to help him work on trying to 
get the IDC built up some more through a series of raffles and other ideas, I 
jumped at the chance. It seems that since President Obama lifted the ban on 
stem cell research nothing else has happened because there has been a total 
lack of funding for continued research. Currently, it seems that the only way 
anything is going to get done is if we, ourselves takes this bull by the horns 
and do something for ourselves.
If anyone has any input, thoughts, ideas, criticisms etcplease let me know 
and they will be duly noted.
Thanks,
Kevin



  

[TMIC] OT any geeks out there?

2009-09-17 Thread Laura Beaudin
Need math/physics geek.

I know this is off topic, but I'm hoping that SOMEONE out there can help me.

I'm putting up a website for people with disabilities and the template
I have requires me to calculate the arc of the images (they have been
cropped along an arc) so that I can paste new ones in without ruining
the flash animation. Alternatively, anyone familiar enough with flash?
-- 
Laura
http://practical-homeschooling.org
http://www.flickr.com/photos/khaleeka



Re: [TMIC] Prunes for those with a sweet tooth

2009-09-17 Thread Janice
No, I haven't.Maybe she will respond after seeing this message.Trudy, 
if you are reading this, let us know how
you are doing - hopefully good!
 Linda and Janice
  - Original Message - 
  From: L T CHERPESKI 
  To: tmic-l...@eskimo.net ; Janice 
  Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 10:06 PM
  Subject: Re: [TMIC] Prunes for those with a sweet tooth


  Janice - I've been meaning to ask - have you heard from Trudy Ogilvie lately? 
 Haven't seen her on here for quite some time???  A little worried about her.

  Linda
- Original Message - 
From: Janice 
To: L T CHERPESKI ; tmic-l...@eskimo.net 
Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 8:51 PM
Subject: Re: [TMIC] Prunes for those with a sweet tooth


Linda,
Just think of all the weight you will lose with regular BM's!!!
Janice
  - Original Message - 
  From: L T CHERPESKI 
  To: tmic-l...@eskimo.net ; Janice 
  Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 9:26 PM
  Subject: Re: [TMIC] Prunes for those with a sweet tooth


  Janice - this looks great!  I'm can't wait to make it.  The very best 
part of this is
  "pour the warm sauce over the cake as soon as it comes out of the oven" 
and I say eat it while it's still warm.  Yum!

  Thanks - you know, looking at the recipe it looks like there might be a 
"few" calories in the cake - it's ok though when we're doing it for our health, 
right?

  Linda
- Original Message - 
From: Janice 
To: tmic-l...@eskimo.net 
Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 8:10 PM
Subject: [TMIC] Prunes for those with a sweet tooth


All TM'ers,
I came across this cake recipe containing prunes.   It is for real, and 
I know some that have made it and really
liked it.   If you want to try it, here it is:

1/2 cup veg. oil
  Preheat oven 375 degrees  
1 1/2 cups sugar
Grease & flour 9x13 inch pan, set aside
3 large eggs
 Mix all ingredients in order given & blend well
1 cup buttermilk
 Pour into prepared pan
1 tsp vanilla   
  Bake for 35-45 minutes or til cake springs back
1 tsp allspice  
  when pressed in the center
1 tsp nutmeg
Remove from oven.  Pour sauce over cake immediately
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp. salt
2 cups flour
1 cup mashed prunes
1 cup chopped nuts - optional

The Sauce:
   1 cup sugar
   1/2 cup buttermilk
   1/2 tsp baking soda
   1 tsp light corn syrup or honey
   1/2 cup butter

Combine all ingredients in large saucepan
Cook til butter is melted.  Boil 3 minutes, stirring constantly
Pour over cake as soon as it comes out of oven

  Hopes this helps, Janice

Re: [TMIC] Prunes for those with a sweet tooth

2009-09-17 Thread Janice
   I just hope it works for you and is really good for any 
of the others that try it!
   Janice
  - Original Message - 
  From: L T CHERPESKI 
  To: tmic-l...@eskimo.net ; Janice 
  Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 10:05 PM
  Subject: Re: [TMIC] Prunes for those with a sweet tooth


  Yep, I actually did think about that and decided it would be ok if I just 
starting eating it right out of the oven!  You know what a "health nut" I 
am.I'm going to be such a happy camper

  Linda
- Original Message - 
From: Janice 
To: L T CHERPESKI ; tmic-l...@eskimo.net 
Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 8:51 PM
Subject: Re: [TMIC] Prunes for those with a sweet tooth


Linda,
Just think of all the weight you will lose with regular BM's!!!
Janice
  - Original Message - 
  From: L T CHERPESKI 
  To: tmic-l...@eskimo.net ; Janice 
  Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 9:26 PM
  Subject: Re: [TMIC] Prunes for those with a sweet tooth


  Janice - this looks great!  I'm can't wait to make it.  The very best 
part of this is
  "pour the warm sauce over the cake as soon as it comes out of the oven" 
and I say eat it while it's still warm.  Yum!

  Thanks - you know, looking at the recipe it looks like there might be a 
"few" calories in the cake - it's ok though when we're doing it for our health, 
right?

  Linda
- Original Message - 
From: Janice 
To: tmic-l...@eskimo.net 
Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 8:10 PM
Subject: [TMIC] Prunes for those with a sweet tooth


All TM'ers,
I came across this cake recipe containing prunes.   It is for real, and 
I know some that have made it and really
liked it.   If you want to try it, here it is:

1/2 cup veg. oil
  Preheat oven 375 degrees  
1 1/2 cups sugar
Grease & flour 9x13 inch pan, set aside
3 large eggs
 Mix all ingredients in order given & blend well
1 cup buttermilk
 Pour into prepared pan
1 tsp vanilla   
  Bake for 35-45 minutes or til cake springs back
1 tsp allspice  
  when pressed in the center
1 tsp nutmeg
Remove from oven.  Pour sauce over cake immediately
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp. salt
2 cups flour
1 cup mashed prunes
1 cup chopped nuts - optional

The Sauce:
   1 cup sugar
   1/2 cup buttermilk
   1/2 tsp baking soda
   1 tsp light corn syrup or honey
   1/2 cup butter

Combine all ingredients in large saucepan
Cook til butter is melted.  Boil 3 minutes, stirring constantly
Pour over cake as soon as it comes out of oven

  Hopes this helps, Janice

[TMIC] Looking for TMr's for support groups

2009-09-17 Thread Bernard Pelow

*Bernie Pelow   :-)
Austin, Texas 78723
(Northeast Austin)

*