Thank you, Don :) -Michelle
> On Aug 8, 2015, at 9:01 PM, Don Price <[email protected]> wrote: > > > I'm writing this for any new quads on the list because I see things > differently than most of those who have responded to this post. > > I will be 33 years post injury on August 15th--C5-6 complete quad due to > diving accident. At this time I would love nothing more than to someday be > the oldest living quad. I suppose I can say that because I don't have the > debilitating pain or issues many on this list speak of. I'm not saying this > to undermine their struggles--I know I'm very lucky. > > I get up every day looking forward to the adventure ahead. I am thankful for > every moment I have and I try to radiate that positive vibe to every person I > meet. I don't always succeed, and I have bad days just like everybody else. > Still, my greatest fear is dying too soon, not dying too old. > > As others have said here: they were fine living as quads for years and then > things just fell apart. I know that is a possibility for me, too. That > realization adds even greater urgency to every day--I want to experience > everything I possibly can while I'm healthy. > > So, for any new quads on this list, let me be testimony that life as a quad > can be full, happy, active and rewarding, even after 33 years. I only speak > for myself, but I know I'm not alone. > > I wish you all health and happiness, > > Don P > C5-6, 33 yrs post > Tempe, AZ
