I have been waiting to send a message to
the group. Last year on August 2 I was reading the 12 pages of advice, most of
which I received from the quad list. I don't post very often, but most days I
read all of the messages. I learned a lot in the past year, especially not to
lose hope.
Instead of being sad or withdrawn this
year on the second anniversary of my accident, I spent it with my new love. It
was her birthday and I told her I had to go to work, even though I usually
work from home on Wednesdays. I had her convinced that I wasn't going to do
much for her birthday.
Instead of going to work I went to a few
stores, purchased several presents, balloons, cards, flowers, two cakes, and a
bunch of her favorite foods. I decided to make the most of the day and be
happy to be alive.
Just thought I'd share, since somehow I
feel like I know most of you guys. Thank you for being there in your own way.
What a great support network.
Bye for now JT
C6 quad, two years post-, August 2,
2004
