Before my stroke, I would never have thought that I would end up paralyzed for the rest of my life. You see people in wheelchairs, but it never occurs to you that at any moment you could end up in the same situation. It just never even occurs to you. I learned quickly that health is fickle. It's sincerely one of those things that you don't know what you have until it's gone.
After the immediate reaction, which is mainly fear and anxiety, the question of, "why did this happen to me?" starts to build in your head. In my particular situation, I never got an answer nor will I ever get an answer. My paralysis was not caused by attempting something dangerous or an accident that I could've prevented. There is no rhyme or reason, which makes everything much more frustrating and confusing.
It's been a little over a year now since my stroke, and, I've made an enormous amount of progress. I'm proud of myself for pushing my body to its limit. I'm proud of my family for sticking by me through every situation. I'm lucky that I am healthy given the circumstances. However, every day is a battle to stay motivated and positive. It's definitely not easy and in the future entries I'll divulge some of the positive and negative things that I endure.
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7 comments:
this is a great idea and outlet man, keep it up.
Gabe, this looks great. I can't wait to keep reading.
gabe, this is great. Lynn
Love the idea man, good to keep updated on how your doin
Great Idea Gabers!! Can't wait to see what you write :)
Gabe, what a wonderful idea. I shall continue to read what you post.
Ann Bernstein
Gabe, I will be a weekly reader. I can't wait to hear what goes on in that head of yours.
xo
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