Re: [TMIC] 10th!
You guys are amazing--next month will be my first complete year with TM--without the great support I have from friends and family I would have pulled the trigger already. I can't see myself getting used to being wheel chair bound. On Thu, Feb 3, 2011 at 3:58 PM, Neil McNeil n_...@hotmail.com wrote: It’s been a long time since I have posted to the list but today is special so I decided to drop by and say hello. Feb 4th is my 10thanniversary of TM. It’s hard to believe that ten years have passed and I like to say that time flies when you can feel your toes! As crazy as it sounds there are worse things than getting TM. Over the past ten years I have gained an appreciation for many things as a result of TM. I’m so glad to live in a country where my medical care was provided free of charge and I didn’t have to fight with HMO’s or sell my house to deal with medical bills. I’m glad I have been able to work and I’m so pleased to have met some wonderful people who got dealt the same hand and made the most of it. My theory remains that we don’t come with a warranty and there is no sense in bitching and whining about what happens. When I first got TM I asked my neurologist “why me?” He replied “it has to be someone”. I thought that answer was brilliant. Someone wins the lottery and someone gets hit by lightning. Ten years ago I made a decision that I was going to make the most of things and I’m glad I did. So…hello again to those of you who have been here for a long time and also to those who are new. Hang in there and keep trying to wiggle those toes….it pays off! Neil (In NS)
Re: [TMIC] 10th!
Neil, I've appreciated your attitude from the first time you wrote to the list!! You took a lemon, made lemonade and then you shared it with those of us who also received lemons. Thank goodness you have shared your lemonade through the years. We all need your attitude. I've tried to be upbeat through the last 15 years, but you've made it fun...seems I re- member something about golf that you told early in your tm life, or do I have someone else in mind? I don't write much anymore, but do read most posts and I'm blessed to once again get to hear from you! Thank you and happy belated anniversary!! janh Stillwater, OK From: Neil McNeil n_...@hotmail.com To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thu, February 3, 2011 7:58:01 PM Subject: [TMIC] 10th! It’s been a long time since I have posted to the list but today is special so I decided to drop by and say hello. Feb 4th is my 10th anniversary of TM. It’s hard to believe that ten years have passed and I like to say that time flies when you can feel your toes! As crazy as it sounds there are worse things than getting TM. Over the past ten years I have gained an appreciation for many things as a result of TM. I’m so glad to live in a country where my medical care was provided free of charge and I didn’t have to fight with HMO’s or sell my house to deal with medical bills. I’m glad I have been able to work and I’m so pleased to have met some wonderful people who got dealt the same hand and made the most of it. My theory remains that we don’t come with a warranty and there is no sense in bitching and whining about what happens. When I first got TM I asked my neurologist “why me?” He replied “it has to be someone”. I thought that answer was brilliant. Someone wins the lottery and someone gets hit by lightning. Ten years ago I made a decision that I was going to make the most of things and I’m glad I did. So…hello again to those of you who have been here for a long time and also to those who are new. Hang in there and keep trying to wiggle those toes….it pays off! Neil (In NS)
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- Forwarded Message From: Linda limoga43...@yahoo.com To: Neil McNeil n_...@hotmail.com Sent: Fri, February 4, 2011 11:42:25 AM Subject: Re: [TMIC] 10th! Neil: What a great attitude!!! Good for you!! Thinking positive and making the most of any situation, certainly helps. I am a little over 8 years, and totally agree that there are lots and lots of things much worse!! We learn to deal with what we are dealt with... Neil, to you and all other TM ers.hang in there and learn to smile and appreciate what we have, and not dwell on what we had or what might have been!!! Linda Garrett From: Neil McNeil n_...@hotmail.com To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thu, February 3, 2011 8:58:01 PM Subject: [TMIC] 10th! It’s been a long time since I have posted to the list but today is special so I decided to drop by and say hello. Feb 4th is my 10th anniversary of TM. It’s hard to believe that ten years have passed and I like to say that time flies when you can feel your toes! As crazy as it sounds there are worse things than getting TM. Over the past ten years I have gained an appreciation for many things as a result of TM. I’m so glad to live in a country where my medical care was provided free of charge and I didn’t have to fight with HMO’s or sell my house to deal with medical bills. I’m glad I have been able to work and I’m so pleased to have met some wonderful people who got dealt the same hand and made the most of it. My theory remains that we don’t come with a warranty and there is no sense in bitching and whining about what happens. When I first got TM I asked my neurologist “why me?” He replied “it has to be someone”. I thought that answer was brilliant. Someone wins the lottery and someone gets hit by lightning. Ten years ago I made a decision that I was going to make the most of things and I’m glad I did. So…hello again to those of you who have been here for a long time and also to those who are new. Hang in there and keep trying to wiggle those toes….it pays off! Neil (In NS)
Re: [TMIC] 10th!
Neil, I like your way of thinking!! Having 2 friends with terminal cancer since getting TM, I am well aware that things could be worse. Also we are fortunate that our insurance has been wonderful. I know there are those who really have problems with theirs. Another “plus” has been the outpouring of love and support from family and friends – even 4 years later. Janice From: Neil McNeil Sent: Thursday, February 03, 2011 7:58 PM To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Subject: [TMIC] 10th! It’s been a long time since I have posted to the list but today is special so I decided to drop by and say hello. Feb 4th is my 10th anniversary of TM. It’s hard to believe that ten years have passed and I like to say that time flies when you can feel your toes! As crazy as it sounds there are worse things than getting TM. Over the past ten years I have gained an appreciation for many things as a result of TM. I’m so glad to live in a country where my medical care was provided free of charge and I didn’t have to fight with HMO’s or sell my house to deal with medical bills. I’m glad I have been able to work and I’m so pleased to have met some wonderful people who got dealt the same hand and made the most of it. My theory remains that we don’t come with a warranty and there is no sense in bitching and whining about what happens. When I first got TM I asked my neurologist “why me?” He replied “it has to be someone”. I thought that answer was brilliant. Someone wins the lottery and someone gets hit by lightning. Ten years ago I made a decision that I was going to make the most of things and I’m glad I did. So…hello again to those of you who have been here for a long time and also to those who are new. Hang in there and keep trying to wiggle those toes….it pays off! Neil (In NS)
Re: [TMIC] 10th!
Hello to all, I've got 11-1/2 yrs here, and my husband says that we won the wrong lottery. Don't play the one that actually pays in money hardly ever, so not much chance of winning that one. Make the best of it and get on with your life! Hugs, Barbara A in Auburn CA -Original Message- From: Linda limoga43...@yahoo.com To: TM tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Fri, Feb 4, 2011 8:43 am Subject: Fw: [TMIC] 10th! - Forwarded Message From: Linda limoga43...@yahoo.com To: Neil McNeil n_...@hotmail.com Sent: Fri, February 4, 2011 11:42:25 AM Subject: Re: [TMIC] 10th! Neil: What a great attitude!!! Good for you!! Thinking positive and making the most of any situation, certainly helps. I am a little over 8 years, and totally agree that there are lots and lots of things much worse!! We learn to deal with what we are dealt with... Neil, to you and all other TM ers.hang in there and learn to smile and appreciate what we have, and not dwell on what we had or what might have been!!! Linda Garrett From: Neil McNeil n_...@hotmail.com To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thu, February 3, 2011 8:58:01 PM Subject: [TMIC] 10th! It’s been a long time since I have posted to the list but today is special so I decided to drop by and say hello. Feb 4th is my 10th anniversary of TM. It’s hard to believe that ten years have passed and I like to say that time flies when you can feel your toes! As crazy as it sounds there are worse things than getting TM. Over the past ten years I have gained an appreciation for many things as a result of TM. I’m so glad to live in a country where my medical care was provided free of charge and I didn’t have to fight with HMO’s or sell my house to deal with medical bills. I’m glad I have been able to work and I’m so pleased to have met some wonderful people who got dealt the same hand and made the most of it. My theory remains that we don’t come with a warranty and there is no sense in bitching and whining about what happens. When I first got TM I asked my neurologist “why me?” He replied “it has to be someone”. I thought that answer was brilliant. Someone wins the lottery and someone gets hit by lightning. Ten years ago I made a decision that I was going to make the most of things and I’m glad I did. So…hello again to those of you who have been here for a long time and also to those who are new. Hang in there and keep trying to wiggle those toes….it pays off! Neil (In NS)
[TMIC] 10th!
It’s been a long time since I have posted to the list but today is special so I decided to drop by and say hello. Feb 4th is my 10th anniversary of TM. It’s hard to believe that ten years have passed and I like to say that time flies when you can feel your toes! As crazy as it sounds there are worse things than getting TM. Over the past ten years I have gained an appreciation for many things as a result of TM. I’m so glad to live in a country where my medical care was provided free of charge and I didn’t have to fight with HMO’s or sell my house to deal with medical bills. I’m glad I have been able to work and I’m so pleased to have met some wonderful people who got dealt the same hand and made the most of it. My theory remains that we don’t come with a warranty and there is no sense in bitching and whining about what happens. When I first got TM I asked my neurologist “why me?” He replied “it has to be someone”. I thought that answer was brilliant. Someone wins the lottery and someone gets hit by lightning. Ten years ago I made a decision that I was going to make the most of things and I’m glad I did. So…hello again to those of you who have been here for a long time and also to those who are new. Hang in there and keep trying to wiggle those toes….it pays off! Neil (In NS)
Re: [TMIC] 10th!
Happy Anniversary Neil! I am thankful every day that I have met you and your family! Bad shit happens to good people all the time and making the best out of the bad shit is what makes you special. I am happy to call you my friend. Hope to see you and yours this summer. Lori PS. I am going on 13 years and I still see and feel improvement. From: Neil McNeil Sent: Thursday, February 03, 2011 8:58 PM To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Subject: [TMIC] 10th! It’s been a long time since I have posted to the list but today is special so I decided to drop by and say hello. Feb 4th is my 10th anniversary of TM. It’s hard to believe that ten years have passed and I like to say that time flies when you can feel your toes! As crazy as it sounds there are worse things than getting TM. Over the past ten years I have gained an appreciation for many things as a result of TM. I’m so glad to live in a country where my medical care was provided free of charge and I didn’t have to fight with HMO’s or sell my house to deal with medical bills. I’m glad I have been able to work and I’m so pleased to have met some wonderful people who got dealt the same hand and made the most of it. My theory remains that we don’t come with a warranty and there is no sense in bitching and whining about what happens. When I first got TM I asked my neurologist “why me?” He replied “it has to be someone”. I thought that answer was brilliant. Someone wins the lottery and someone gets hit by lightning. Ten years ago I made a decision that I was going to make the most of things and I’m glad I did. So…hello again to those of you who have been here for a long time and also to those who are new. Hang in there and keep trying to wiggle those toes….it pays off! Neil (In NS)
