[TMIC] SSDI - Doc

2014-01-04 Thread cindy mcleroy
Year's ago an attorney from Texas wrote a message on how to qualify for SSDI. He gave the section of the SSDI rules that would allow many of us to qualify first time. Does anyone remember the message and how I can find it again. Thanks, Cindy McLeroy

Re: [TMIC] Honey to Treat Infections

2013-08-12 Thread Cindy McLeroy
I've used Medihoney with good success. - Original Message - From: heyjude48...@aol.com To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Monday, August 12, 2013 8:41 AM Subject: Fwd: [TMIC] Honey to Treat Infections Hi, This was sent to me by my friends on the Quad list, in case there are

Re: [TMIC] Re: Our Buddy Lists

2013-05-08 Thread Cindy McLeroy
I'm confused too. Is a buddy list something that AOL uses? We never had one with the TMIC group. More info please. Thanks, Cindy - Original Message - From: Janice Nichols To: heyjude48...@aol.com ; tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Wednesday, May 08, 2013 5:55 PM Subject: Re:

Re: [TMIC] RE: TMIC Membership Directory

2013-03-06 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Dalton, there is no TMIC membership directory. There was a TMA membership directory. The last one was published in 2011. As I understand it, future ones will not be published. - Original Message - From: Dalton Garis To: rn11...@yahoo.com ; heyjude48...@aol.com Cc: tmic

Re: [TMIC]

2013-02-27 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Hi everyone. I bet if you check with the Transverse Myelitis Assocation they will have the data you want, at least for all the people that are members of the TMA. That's your best way to get this information. - Original Message - From: bob To: Janice Nichols ; lynne myers ;

Re: [TMIC] Re: Medtronic Webinar for Spastisity

2013-01-29 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Jude, I'm copying the list on this because I think they need to know that you provided information for Medtronic. I don't think you have the right to give our information to outside vendors. I know for one, I don't want my information given out. Even if you thought you were replying to

Re: [TMIC] Re: Medtronic Webinar for Spastisity

2013-01-29 Thread Cindy McLeroy
I am copying the list on my email to you. I know you have said all information people send you will be private. When I asked you in private about supplying our email addresses you responded Janice, I gave them everything. Why? I didn't think you would give out info but your reply definately

Re: [TMIC] I WILL LOOK SOMWHERE ELSE FOR AN ANSWER,THANK YOU

2013-01-26 Thread Cindy McLeroy
of the books Gary Karp has written is called Disability and the Art of Kissing. It is well written and might answer some of your questions. I think you can get Gary's book on Amazon. Cindy McLeroy - Original Message - From: jeff bernier To: msersl...@yahoogroups.com ; tmic-list

Re: [TMIC] Re: Subscribe

2013-01-25 Thread Cindy McLeroy
If you had chicken pox as a child you should get the shingles vac. - Original Message - From: Pat Cooley To: heyjude48...@aol.com Cc: jan...@centurytel.net ; tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Friday, January 25, 2013 7:20 AM Subject: Re: [TMIC] Re: Subscribe Jude I had

Re: [TMIC] Re: Subscribe

2013-01-25 Thread Cindy McLeroy
advised not to Patti - Wisconsin On Fri, Jan 25, 2013 at 2:51 PM, Cindy McLeroy cindymcle...@socal.rr.com wrote: If you had chicken pox as a child you should get the shingles vac. - Original Message - From: Pat Cooley To: heyjude48...@aol.com Cc: jan

Re: [TMIC] Facebook

2013-01-24 Thread Cindy McLeroy
I love to read but for the last 10 years or so I have extreme difficulty concentrating on reading a book. It seems I have to read 10 pages, go back 5, read 10 more, go back 5. Think every book I get through I must have read it at least twice. Do others have this problem? Cindy -

Re: [TMIC] Stress

2013-01-22 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Jude, you are talking about stress. I spent part of 2010 and all of 2011 going from the hospital to the skilled nursing facilities (SNF) because of a server broken leg. I had more than 6/7 surgeries, was bedridden where I was not able to raise up higher than 20%. That made eating almost

Re: [TMIC] NSCIA Webinars/Choosing Wheelchair

2012-08-08 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Jim, check out Cody Unser's First Step Foundation website. http://www.cufsf.org/ . Cody has had TM since she was 12 and has accomplished many amazing things. You might be interested in the Scuba Diving she does and is working with returning vets on how to scuba diving. Cindy -

Re: [TMIC] Re: wheel Chairs

2012-08-06 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Akua is right. It's important to be fitted for a wheelchair. There are a lot of measurements like how long from your back when you sit to where your legs bend. How high the foot plate should be, the width you need, etc. A good physical rehab should be able to recommend some one who can help

Re: [TMIC] Fwd: Boy Scouts OT

2012-07-16 Thread Cindy McLeroy
I thought you might find the following article from snopes.com interesting: http://www.snopes.com/politics/obama/eaglescouts.asp It explains the truth about the unsigned certificates. Hope this helps clear this up as the Eagle Scout programs are so wonderful and produces such wonderful young

[TMIC] test

2011-04-06 Thread Cindy McLeroy
test

[TMIC] TM Support Group Meeting - January 22

2010-12-03 Thread Cindy McLeroy
The Southern California TM Support will be having it's next meeting at the Dayle McIntosh Center in Garden Grove, CA. I'm including the TMIC group in this notice in case anyone lives in the area and would like to join us. As usual we will meet from 12 noon to 4 PM and please bring a potluck

Re: [TMIC] OT:Asking My Politician for Help

2010-10-24 Thread Cindy McLeroy
OT:Asking My Politician for HelpAkua, I want to share some of the situations I have run into that are similar to yours and many others I know. I do know there are ways to adjust to some of them. Please don't get ticked and delete my message. I am involved in some ad hoc committees relative

Re: [TMIC] OT:Asking My Politician for Help

2010-10-24 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Re: [TMIC] OT:Asking My Politician for HelpAkua, I sent my note to you personally...not to the list. Be as upset with me as you want, but there is no need to share what I said with everyone. Cindy

Re: [TMIC] OT:Asking My Politician for Help

2010-10-24 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Re: [TMIC] OT:Asking My Politician for HelpAkua, I apologize, you are correct. To everyone on the list, I incorrectly accussed Akua of including the list on my note to her. Cindy - Original Message - From: Akua To: Cindy McLeroy ; tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Sunday, October

[TMIC] 18 year Anniversary

2010-10-08 Thread Cindy McLeroy
or the fatigue takes over - well actually this is most days. But even tho I don't like having TM, it has brought more positives to my life than I could ever expected. Everyone enjoy my special day. Cindy McLeroy

Re: [TMIC] Breaking point

2010-09-01 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Akua, try calling the local Senior Center. Many times they provide rides for people unable to get there on their own. They also can usually locate a wheelchair accessible van. Also, there are some non profits that will assist you. I know we have discussed things you could do before, but

Re: [TMIC] ot: medicare question

2010-08-27 Thread Cindy McLeroy
most people are paying about $93 or something close. Like Cheryl said, work with Medicare and get everything in writing. Even the people that should be able to give you correct answers a lot of times really don't know. Cindy McLeroy - Original Message - From: rn11...@yahoo.com

Re: [TMIC] Gunny

2010-08-11 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Hi Craig, try the link below to go to the TMA site for the laser cartridges. http://recycle.myelitis.org/ It explains all you need to know to recycle and benifit the TMA. Cindy McLeroy - Original Message - From: Rev. Craig Crossman To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Wednesday

Fw: [TMIC] Gunny

2010-08-11 Thread Cindy McLeroy
- Original Message - From: Cindy McLeroy To: Rev. Craig Crossman ; tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Wednesday, August 11, 2010 12:54 PM Subject: Re: [TMIC] Gunny Hi Craig, try the link below to go to the TMA site for the laser cartridges. http://recycle.myelitis.org/ It explains all you

Re: [TMIC] I am fine

2010-08-03 Thread Cindy McLeroy
in touch with the group and let us know how you are. I know many of us have thought of you often. Cindy McLeroy - Original Message - From: Barbara Alma To: sarojkumar...@gmail.com ; tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Monday, August 02, 2010 4:34 PM Subject: Re: [TMIC] I am fine First

Re: [TMIC] Has anyone heard from Saroj?

2010-08-02 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Barbara, I saw her name also and wondered if anyone has kept in contact with her. I was concerned because of all the problems she was having in India. If anyone knows please update the whole list. She was a great asset with all her knowledge and kindness. I believe she was a Doctor and had

Fw: [TMIC] short story

2010-07-24 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Anyone who has been to the Abilities Expo knows why it is not called the Disabilities Expo. It's to encourage us to view what we can do, and not the limitations of what we as persons with disabilities are unable to do. Lots of encouragement in that name.

Re: [TMIC] Amytretaline (sp)

2010-04-26 Thread Cindy McLeroy
I also had horrible blurred vision. I went off of it because of that, but my vision had changed so much my eye doctor couldn't believe it. And the dry mouth was miserable. Rather deal with the bladder problems than Ditropan. - Original Message - From: Laura Beaudin

[TMIC] Paralysed girl needs $1.9m for surgery

2010-03-15 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Here is a link to the little girl all the emails called hope were refering to: http://www.trinidadexpress.com/index.pl/article?id=161604912

Re: [TMIC] TM and Pilates

2010-02-13 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Hi Randy, we all know those neuro's are wrong a lot and I bet you have some residual TM left. There foreStay with the group. We value your input and I bet you still learn from other TMIC folks. Cindy McLeroy - Original Message - From: rj_ran...@yahoo.com To: Janice

Re: [TMIC] Correction!! Forget all other emails but this one!!!! MOST EFFECTIVE

2010-01-26 Thread Cindy McLeroy
can hit the delete button, but in situations like this, why should I have too? Cindy McLeroy - Original Message - From: jrushton jrush...@columbiaenergyllc.com To: transversemyelitissupp...@yahoogroups.com; tmic tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, January 26, 2010 10:31 AM Subject

Re: [TMIC] OT- I sing

2009-10-12 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Mindy, that was beautiful. A memorial service is being held this week end for Rick Steele and I am suppose to say something. This has helped inspire me. Cindy McLeroy - Original Message - From: Lawrence King To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Cc: Lawrence King Sent: Monday

[TMIC] Rick Steele

2009-09-21 Thread Cindy McLeroy
lost. Also, if you can, please make a donation to the Transverse Myelitis Association in Rick's name. I know he would have like that. Here is the website: http://memorialwebsites.legacy.com/ricksteele/Homepage.aspx Cindy McLeroy

[TMIC] Support groups

2009-09-16 Thread Cindy McLeroy
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] Reminder: Southern Ca Support Group Meeting - July 18th

2009-07-08 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Just a reminder to everyone, we will be having a Southern CA support group meeting on Saturday, July 18th. It will be at the Dayle McIntosh Center in Garden Grove. If anyone needs directions, please send me an email and I'll get them off to you. The hours are 12 noon till 4PM. Bring pot

Re: [TMIC] Facebook Page

2009-06-26 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Now when folks wonder why the list is slow, they should go to facebook and check out Farm Town. That must be where everyone disappears sometimes. - Original Message - From: bradebi To: Akua ; tmic-list@eskimo.com ; Jim Lubin Sent: Friday, June 26, 2009 3:29 PM Subject: Re:

Re: [TMIC] Accessibility Relationships

2009-06-16 Thread Cindy McLeroy
And Sandy, how do you like the yellow medal plates that are being installed at the curb cutouts? Supposedly they are meant for the blind so that their sticks feel the different surface. I haven't talked to a blind person, a w/c user, or a fellow pushing grocery carts that like the danged

[TMIC] Re: WHAT DID YOU DO???

2009-06-16 Thread Cindy McLeroy
pressure sores. Always something interesting with TM. I think this is the fourth or fifth time I have broken one or the other of my legs. Once I simply rolled over in bed and heard the crunch. Cindy - Original Message - From: Jan Hargrove To: Cindy McLeroy ; Sent: Tuesday

Re: [TMIC] Re: WHAT DID YOU DO???

2009-06-16 Thread Cindy McLeroy
. Cindy - Original Message - From: Janice To: Cindy McLeroy ; tmic-list@eskimo.com ; jmh1...@sbcglobal.net Sent: Tuesday, June 16, 2009 8:56 PM Subject: Re: [TMIC] Re: WHAT DID YOU DO??? Cindy, Did you break your legs that many times since TM or during your lifetime? Sure

[TMIC] Jasc Paint Shop Photo Album 5 images

2009-05-30 Thread Cindy McLeroy
I hope this comes through to everyone. This is the people article on the lady with TM that was mentioned by Cheryl.. - These photos were sent using Jasc Paint Shop Photo Album 5 software. Visit http://www.jasc.com for details. attachment: TM, people mag, may 30, 2009.jpg

Re: [TMIC] Fw: Must do before the end of the month......

2009-05-29 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Please check the following link. This rumor has been around for a few years and isn't true. http://urbanlegends.about.com/od/business/a/cell_directory.htm - Original Message - From: Janice To: transverse myelitis Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2009 7:38 PM Subject: [TMIC] Fw: Must

[TMIC] Cody Unser

2009-05-16 Thread Cindy McLeroy
very hard to help make a difference for folks with TM. http://www.redlandsdailyfacts.com/news/ci_12375826 Cindy McLeroy

Re: [TMIC] RE: wow, you work too hard Trudy

2009-05-02 Thread Cindy McLeroy
he suspected that was the reason for the drastic change. Cindy McLeroy - Original Message - From: Patricia Cooley patticoo...@wi.rr.com To: 'Akua' a...@artfarm.com; tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Saturday, May 02, 2009 1:15 PM Subject: RE: [TMIC] RE: wow, you work too hard Trudy I

Re: [TMIC] stem cell (OT?)

2009-03-25 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Several weeks ago I went to a Meet the Scientist meeting for the Reeve Irvine Research Center held at the University of CA, Irvine. Both Dr. Oz Steward and Dr. Hans Keirstead of RIRC agree with Dr Kerr. The stem cells are blastocysts not embros. They are not aborted embros. That would have

Re: [TMIC] California Fires

2008-11-16 Thread Cindy McLeroy
and are wishing the best for them. Today, in my area at least the temp has cooled down to the mid 80ies and the wind has calmed down This is a great help in controlling the fires. The fire personnel we have in So. Cal are absolutely the best. Cindy McLeroy - Original Message - From

[TMIC] Allen Rucker - National Spinal Cord Injury Association - Entertainment nomine

2008-09-02 Thread Cindy McLeroy
appreciate it if everyone in the group votes for Allen. He has done a lot to help with SCI and Transverse Myelitis. I feel he really deserves this award. Thanks, Cindy McLeroy

Re: [TMIC] Neurontin Pain-Buzzy

2008-05-18 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Barbara, sometimes I describe one of the MANY feelings as the old sparklers for fireworks going off constantly in my legs. Buzzy is a great work for the same thing. Come soon to So Cal...Club 33 awaits at Disneyland, but I need a few weeks notice. Cindy --- Original Message - From:

Re: [TMIC] 19 year TM Anniversary

2008-05-17 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Jim, Debbie couldn't have said it any better. It was such a priviledge to meet you in Seattle those few years back. And to share (even over the internet) your excitement to going to North Carolina last year was great. Thanks for all you have done for us and all you will continue to do. If

[TMIC] Fatigue

2008-05-10 Thread Cindy McLeroy
games. Couldn't have done that before, even with a walker. It has really allowed her to do so much more than 3 months ago. All this is just a thought. BTW, I can still beat her the distance with my wheelchair! Cindy McLeroy

Re: [TMIC] Traveling with TM

2008-03-27 Thread Cindy McLeroy
This is great, but for those of us who can only make it to the bathroom by crawling on the floor, here's what I do. I try to travel early, don't drink anything except maybe sips of water, use lots of salt, depends and double pad. If you get a bulkhead seat and have lots of room, you can

[TMIC] Member's stories

2008-03-27 Thread Cindy McLeroy
For those of you who are interested the following link will give you the stories of over 400 TMA members. http://myelitis.org./tmic/archive/index.html

Re: [TMIC] TMA So. California Symposium

2008-01-14 Thread Cindy McLeroy
Rick, Pam, the So. California Symposium is being held in Anaheim, CA. Not Seattle. There will be a Symposium in Seattle, but it will be this summer. This might give you more time to save $$ or your plans may allow you to go to Seattle. The Anaheim meeting is in February, the Seattle is in