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    Hi Kim, I just noticed you had left me a message. Thanks very much. I am doing ok. Can't walk...

    Hi Kim, I just noticed you had left me a message. Thanks very much. I am doing ok. Can't walk or stand and my arms and torso getting weaker every day. I can still talk and swallow and eat and laugh, praise God! So am still enjoying life and getting through.
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    ladyrider passed today

    I am so sorry for the loss of your sister. I am sure it has been a tough couple of years, but referring to the quote on your posting, I am hopeful you find your strength in the Lord, and Vickey also. God bless you and your family.
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    Bone Marrow

    I saw this article on this research today. Here is the link: ALS Stem Cell Trial in Israel Is ?Accelerated? | MDA/ALS Newsmagazine
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    Life Expectancy

    Hi Janie, Try not to worry about the stats. Just enjoy each day! Life is good, the blue sky and green trees so glorious, the sound of the birds singing so full of hope! However, to answer your question from my personal experience, I had mild symptoms from mid-2009 until about April 2012...
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    Stubborn and Frustrated

    Dear Designdiva, I am so sorry you are going through this. It is just awful. Please feel free to vent and get it off your chest here. Praying for you and your PALS. Jacquie
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    Give Yourself a Break

    As a PALS, I hope my family members read your post, and I encourage my daughter to get out and take breaks, even at this early stage. Plus, I enjoy being alone, while I still can! Thanks for the details about how you worked it out. Blessings!
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    Can one person control a patient lift?

    We got a used ceiling lift with track and sling. I have one in my bathroom and one in the bedroom. If I have the sling under me in my wheelchair, I can actually get myself on the toilet or in bed, and back in the wheelchair. I do still have the use of my arms. I think it is the greatest...
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    mattress?

    I have a used hospital bed and purchased a mattress from Amazon but it is awful. I feel the springs digging into my ribs or back. Does anyone have a suggestion for a mattress for a hospital bed or where to go to get one? They are a weird size -36"x 80". Thanks. Jacquie
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    Trouble finding right wheelchair cushion

    Hello. I have been told the only cushion you should go with is a Roho cushion, which is an air cushion. However, you need to be shown the proper usage, because if you put too much air in it it is unstable and unsafe. Hope this helps.
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    Encouragement

    Hi everyone, I wanted to share a video of Joni Tada, from just a few days ago. She is paralyzed, confined to a wheelchair for 45 years, had stage three breast cancer, and years of pain. Yet, she gives such hope, and encouragement, and a powerful message. I hope you can watch it. It redirects...
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