I did my C3 incomplete at age 19 - they then gave me 5 years. I'm now 58 so in May that'll be 39 years. I do feel at times like I'm running out of energy for this whole 'thing'. Part of my disinterest stems from being laid off last June as my job was outsourced to India. I am now readjusting to my new life - I got used to sci - this shouldn't be such a big deal, after all, I'm sem-free at last...... Dave
www.daveoconnell.com
On 2/11/06, William Willis <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
Last year I read some statistics that said a quad injured at age 20 had a
life expectancy of about 38 more years. I read it on the web and it was a
reputable source. I think that number applied to anyone injured in his teens
and twenties. As we know, though, the number of variables is tremendous.
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>Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Life expectancy
>Date: Sat, 11 Feb 2006 18:06:34 EST
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>In a message dated 2/11/2006 4:24:42 PM Central Standard Time,
>[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
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>I think the life expectancy post was along the lines of someone injured in
>their 20's living into their 70's not someone injured at 69. As someone
>mentioned, it's not the sci itself that might shorten your life. It's the
>complications. Your father's heart problems should be top priority.
>
>Eric
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>Very True, Eric. The secret is rather complex in the survival rate and
>those who live long
>lives. One's genes and health care is all very important.
>Even the best equipment, health care is no warranty. Anyone could catch a
>virus at anytime in their lives.
>Maybe that is why waking up in the early morning as the sun rises, is so
>enjoyable and rewarding. You have been graced with another day.
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>Best Wishes
>W
