Re: [TMIC] GOOD NEWS!

2008-11-18 Thread Heyjude48458
Yippee! Way to go Terry! I know how hard you have worked for this and how long it has taken you. You deserve this good news. I am wondering...do you also have sensation with the ability to walk? Or, have you always had it? Never had it? For the life of me, I don't

Re: [TMIC] California Fires

2008-11-18 Thread Heyjude48458
My Prayers go out to all of you in Southern CA. To those of you just starting to fill your Prayer Boxes, stuff them to the max with Prayers for our members in the fire areas. I have been thinking of you all despite the fact that I have not emailed you. Carpal tunnel is suddenly

Re: [TMIC] Neurontin again

2008-11-18 Thread Heyjude48458
In a message dated 11/16/2008 6:02:50 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: If anyone is thinking of stopping Neurontin, tell your doctor before, AND TAPER DOWN slowly Thank you for the good advice, Frank. It is very important that those of us who are presently

Re: [TMIC] GOOD NEWS!

2008-11-18 Thread jrushton
Hello, dear Jude! I just read your note to Terry about walking with no sensation to the feet? Such exciting and wonderful news!! That is how I walk and it is true about having to watch your feet. At home I don't so much since it's more comfortable but I still fall into the walls often. I

[TMIC] Looking for information

2008-11-18 Thread Patricia Cooley
Hello All: I need some assistance. First I am able to walk with a walker, but not too far. When I go shopping most of the large stores have electric carts which really come in handy. However, there are some smaller stores that either don't have the electric carts or have regular wheel

Re: [TMIC] Looking for information

2008-11-18 Thread kimr1999
Patti, I am also walker/wheel chair... I have a "4" wheel scooter also, I would NOT suggest a "3" wheel scooter as the tend to tip over very easy! (I rented a 3 wheel scooter and it did tip alot) Check Cragislist for a used one. -- Original message from "Patricia Cooley" [EMAIL

RE: [TMIC] Looking for information

2008-11-18 Thread Butcher, Bernard G (NY80)
Hi Patti - I too need a walker to get around don't go to supermarkets any more - here in NY they are all huge! - I bought an electric wheelchair on Ebay for $500.00 - I love it, but now I have to get a vehicle to transport it BERNARD BUTCHER From: Patricia

Re: [TMIC] GOOD NEWS!

2008-11-18 Thread kimr1999
I also use a "Left-Foot Accelorator, (left leg is dumb but has mussle control) right leg has no musscle control) I had to take a driving assesment course from Shepherd Center in Atlanta and keep certificate in my car. It is very easy to apply to and disconect when an able bodied person

RE: [TMIC] GOOD NEWS!

2008-11-18 Thread Robert Pall
When i was in rehab 11 years ago I was taught to use a left foot petal...I had to take a driving test to get a license stating i could drive with this petal...I passed the testthen about one year later I was visiting my Dad in Florida and had reserved a car with a left foot petal...to make

Re: [TMIC] GOOD NEWS!

2008-11-18 Thread Pieter and Heather
Yes Kim I agree with you about how easy it is to put on and off. Even I can put it on if my husband forgets to put it back after he has driven. I need to put a mat on the floor of the garage, get on my hands and knees (not easy) and manœuvre it in place. I have perfected the technique now

Re: [TMIC] GOOD NEWS!

2008-11-18 Thread Parkerswebe
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[TMIC] Help

2008-11-18 Thread AnnDillon
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Re: [TMIC] GOOD NEWS!

2008-11-18 Thread Alle111
That is great news! Congrats Terry, I am very happy for you. Ella in Ohio **Get the Moviefone Toolbar. Showtimes, theaters, movie news more!(http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/10075x1212774565x1200812037/aol?redir=htt

Re: [TMIC] GOOD NEWS!

2008-11-18 Thread kimr1999
I had to give up my "mid-lfe crissis" a red convertable mustang.. (yep stick shift)... was hard looking at mini vans but found the Honda Element was a perfect fit. and with the left foot accerator I can go anywhere I want anytime! -- Original message from "Pieter and Heather"

Re: [TMIC] GOOD NEWS!

2008-11-18 Thread Jenna
I so agree, and Kim honey I am so glad you are on TMIC now and got to see this!!! Jenna, never give up hope!!! From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Patricia Cooley [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Monday, November

[TMIC] GOOD NEWS!

2008-11-18 Thread Jenna
And to those that don't know Kim personallythis girl rocks!!! She is an amazing woman that inspires me. Yes I am able to walk 99% of the time, but being with Kim I see how much anyone with TM can do if they just keep a positive attitude and keep trying. I am not saying just because you

Re: [TMIC] GOOD NEWS!

2008-11-18 Thread kimr1999
me 2... -- Original message from Jenna [EMAIL PROTECTED]: -- I so agree, and Kim honey I am so glad you are on TMIC now and got to see this!!! Jenna, never give up hope!!! From: "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: Patricia Cooley [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL

Re: [TMIC] Looking for information

2008-11-18 Thread jrushton
I don't have one, Patti, and ran into the same problem as you as far as having to have someone with me. Wish I could help!! j

Re: [TMIC] GOOD NEWS!

2008-11-18 Thread jrushton
Yes, I did consider the left foot accelerator, Heather, but then had hand controls installed in my car instead. I then found I just didn't use them. I took my driver's test not using them but felt safer knowing they were there if I needed them. The person that gave me my driver's test asked

Re: [TMIC] GOOD NEWS!

2008-11-18 Thread jrushton
My insurance covered the hand control set up or I wouldn't have been able to afford it, either. I didn't realize the left foot accelerator was more affordable and easy to put in and take out! The hand control is a bit bothersome for regular drivers who are taller and longer legged than I am

Re: [TMIC] Help

2008-11-18 Thread jrushton
Did you get this, Ann?? Jeanne in Dayton