Four Years ago today. Everything about my life abruptly and completely changed. I’m grateful to have survived in spite of the odds. I’m grateful for the thoughts and prayers sent to Austin, Texas on my behalf. Every visitor, text, email, like and comment, FB msg, and decoration for my many hospital rooms was, and still is still appreciated beyond words.
Survival wasn’t a given, and I’m determined not to take life for granted. It’s been a long 4 years with a lot of hard work and some days darker than others. I’m proud of how much I’ve done in working to get back to life stronger than ever. When I was first told that it was going to be the hardest thing and indefinite time frame, I wasn’t confident in my ability to keep itup. Grit has never been my strength, But Love from family and friends kept me going when I didn’t have the grit necessary. As for an update on my health, I had an appointment with my primary care doctor earlier this week to review blood work, and everything looks good. My high blood pressure has been largely controlled with medication. I have a weekly phone call with a therapist who helps me with processing adjustments to my life. I can say it looks as though I’m in good health, which just means I can focus on continued recovery of mobility and function. A lot of people have asked how they can help or what they can pray for (Shows the quality of friends I have.) Continued healing of nerves that would allow me mobility and dexterity to be more independent. And beyond that, an ability to not get stuck looking back and beating up my psyche over woulda-coulda-shoulda woulda-coulda-shoulda. I have a lot of time on my hands between appointments and would like to use that time as productively as possible it So motivation inspiration and initiative are needed. I’ve met a lot of wonderful people over the last 4 years, people if met under different circumstances would be great friends. I’ve lost track of some close friends, though. Some since 4 years ago and others just since I came out to Oregon about 2 years ago. I continue to try to bridge the chasm between those dear friends. I could shout out every one of you who’ve made it possible to get through these 4 long years, but with one hand it might take four years to list you all.