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    The wisdom and paradox of God's love

    Sorry, I was being dense in not grasping that you had already told me your theory that God has left us on our own, which made all my hypothetical questions irrelevant. I see this as another paradox (relating to Kathy's original post), because while arguing that God allows us to act as we...
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    The wisdom and paradox of God's love

    Thanks, Al. I think I am. Hoping the same for you as well.
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    The wisdom and paradox of God's love

    You're right, Al. There is terrible suffering and death in the world. We've always agreed on that. I put the blame for that on people, not God. What level of interference from God would you be okay with? Surely for the fanatical murderers he could make their guns misfire, or their knives fall...
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    Tiredness

    Monique - I'm thinking probably both. :)
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    The wisdom and paradox of God's love

    Thanks, Kathy. The answer to your question is yes. God really does love us. Your post referring to Kat Armas touched on this topic, contrasting the carnality of Jesus' birth with the spiritual glory of the coming of the Savior. As Christians, we're certainly confronted by seemingly...
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    New diagnosis

    Hi, Julia. Sorry for the DX but glad you found this forum. It is a great group. It sounds like you have a good outlook. I love what Kim said above: "I try to look at each day as both a gift and an opportunity." As others commented, each new stage has its challenges and there are new...
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    Tiredness

    Al, when I could no longer type, I tried voice control (Dragon), but I've found it easier to use the Windows on-screen keyboard (Settings>Ease of Access>Keyboard). It is slower but it has a predictive word option which reduces clicks. I keep sized to about 2"x 4" in the upper right corner...
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    Tiredness

    Al, what you said sounds to me like the path we're all on. All sorts of variations, but essentially the same. I am past what you described (except I don't have a feeding tube), and I think a lot depends on your wheelchair. If you have a power wheelchair it should have been sized and adjusted to...
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    The economy... ?

    There used to be a saying, "There's no such thing as a free lunch." My problem is that I can't win unless I start buying tickets. :)
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    Dropped head syndrome

    Hi, Gizzmo. I find the collar-type support too uncomfortable, and use a band of T-shirt material instead of the band which comes with the Savant headrest that Laurie mentioned, for computer and meals. My wife shaves me with an electric shaver, and I can recline my chair to support my head; same...
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    Human and Holy Birth

    Thanks for posting this, Kathy. Armas' focus on the painful and messy process of giving birth is good, because it reminds us that Jesus was fully human. Isn't it marvelous that God came in human form and experienced our life? He knew the naked, the primal, even the offensive, the sadness, the...
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    Hospital bed recommendations?

    Heather, when I was looking, I think I was in the $3K to $5K range with the features Laurie described. For the Invacare model which Lisa mentioned, it looks very similar to what I have. I no longer use the height adjustment since I use a lift for all transfers but much better if all electric...
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    Male random uncontrollable ejaculation problem

    It doesn't seem to be related to ALS, Ginger. I agree with Al that it would be good to consult your doctor. There may be some treatment available. Regards
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    PALS ROLL CALL NEW THREAD (PALS ONLY) [Wednesday or whenever]

    Happy to see the many posts, especially for slow progression for Eric and Statius. Tamilard and Scotia, I'm so sorry you are in those conditions. Words really fail. Lisa, I hope you are back to warmer weather. Best to all.
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    PALS ROLL CALL NEW THREAD (PALS ONLY) [Wednesday or whenever]

    Glad you're back, Tengu. Lisa's suggestion sounded good, if you can still drink from a straw. Getting colder here. High of 29 tomorrow or Wednesday. 🥶
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