Carolyn,
I just wanted to tell you how wonderful it is that you not only take the time to welcome any new member you see, but that you make a point of assuring them that there are "no dumb questions".
I'm glad to know that when my daughter is old enough to come to these boards on her own, she will be welcomed and made comfortable to ask any question she needs to ask.
It's really special, how you reach out to others. Thank you.
mica
mother to Aria
10 months
bilateral OBPI
Carolyn J
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Carolyn J
- Posts: 3424
- Joined: Tue Apr 06, 2004 1:22 pm
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: LOBPI. I am 77 yrs old and never had a name for my injuries until 2004 when I found UBPN at age 66.
My injuries are: LOBPI on upper body and Cerebrael Palsy on the lower left extremities. The only intervention I've had is a tendon transplant from my left leg to my left foot to enable flexing t age 24 in 1962. Before that, my foot would freeze without notice on the side when wearing heels AND I always did wear them at work "to fit in" I also stuttered until around age 18-19...just outgrew it...no therapy for it. Also suffered from very very low self esteem; severe Depression and Anxiety attacks started at menopause. I stuffed emotions and over-compensated in every thing I did to "fit in" and be "invisible". My injuries were Never addressed or talked about until age 66. I am a late bloomer!!!!!
I welcome any and all questions about "My Journey".
There is NO SUCH THING AS A DUMB QUESTION.
Sharing helps to Heal. HUGS do too. - Location: Tacoma WA
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Re: Carolyn J
Helloooo Mica,
YOU made my day!! I'll be smiling all day today.
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HUGS Heal,
Carolyn J
LOBPI/69
YOU made my day!! I'll be smiling all day today.
'sHUGS Heal,
Carolyn J
LOBPI/69
Carolyn J
Adult LOBPI
Adult LOBPI
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marieke
- Posts: 1627
- Joined: Fri Apr 01, 2005 6:00 pm
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: LOBPI
no external rotation against gravity, can only go to 90 degree fwd flexion, no hand-to-mouth
1 surgery at age 14 (latissimus dorsi transfer). In 2004, at age 28 I was struck with Transverse Myelitis which paralyzed me from the chest down. I recovered movement to my right leg, but need a KAFO to walk on my left leg. I became an RN in 2008. - Location: Montreal, Qc, Canada
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Re: Carolyn J
Carolyn, YOU ROCK! 
But you knew that! Hope all is well!
Marieke (31, LOBPI)
But you knew that! Hope all is well!Marieke (31, LOBPI)
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hope16_05
- Posts: 1670
- Joined: Tue Jul 01, 2003 11:33 am
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: 28 years old with a right obstetrical brachial plexus injury. 5 surgeries to date with pretty decent results. Last surgery resolved years of pain in my right arm however, I am beginning my journey with overuse in my left arm
- Location: Minnesota
- Contact:
Re: Carolyn J
Mica, you said that so perfect!!!
Carolyn, you are great! WE luv ya around here!
Hugs,
Amy 20 years old ROBPI from MN
Carolyn, you are great! WE luv ya around here!
Hugs,
Amy 20 years old ROBPI from MN
Amy 28 years old ROBPI from MN
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Carolyn J
- Posts: 3424
- Joined: Tue Apr 06, 2004 1:22 pm
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: LOBPI. I am 77 yrs old and never had a name for my injuries until 2004 when I found UBPN at age 66.
My injuries are: LOBPI on upper body and Cerebrael Palsy on the lower left extremities. The only intervention I've had is a tendon transplant from my left leg to my left foot to enable flexing t age 24 in 1962. Before that, my foot would freeze without notice on the side when wearing heels AND I always did wear them at work "to fit in" I also stuttered until around age 18-19...just outgrew it...no therapy for it. Also suffered from very very low self esteem; severe Depression and Anxiety attacks started at menopause. I stuffed emotions and over-compensated in every thing I did to "fit in" and be "invisible". My injuries were Never addressed or talked about until age 66. I am a late bloomer!!!!!
I welcome any and all questions about "My Journey".
There is NO SUCH THING AS A DUMB QUESTION.
Sharing helps to Heal. HUGS do too. - Location: Tacoma WA
- Contact:
Re: Carolyn J
OK , Girls....
FYI, I have started working at McDonald's P/T(@20 hrs week) and until my 69 yr. old body gets back in shape I may be having less time on the computer.. soooo... please take up the slack when I miss somebody's post, OKAY??
I'm counting on Ya'll,Ya hear!
Hugs all around,
Carolyn J
FYI, I have started working at McDonald's P/T(@20 hrs week) and until my 69 yr. old body gets back in shape I may be having less time on the computer.. soooo... please take up the slack when I miss somebody's post, OKAY??
I'm counting on Ya'll,Ya hear!
Hugs all around,
Carolyn J
Carolyn J
Adult LOBPI
Adult LOBPI
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hope16_05
- Posts: 1670
- Joined: Tue Jul 01, 2003 11:33 am
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: 28 years old with a right obstetrical brachial plexus injury. 5 surgeries to date with pretty decent results. Last surgery resolved years of pain in my right arm however, I am beginning my journey with overuse in my left arm
- Location: Minnesota
- Contact:
Re: Carolyn J
I hope you are enjoying your new job! I cant wait to be able to go back to work! Being off for a month from surgery is killing me!
I will try and pick up your slack if there is any!
Hugs,
Amy
I will try and pick up your slack if there is any!
Hugs,
Amy
Amy 28 years old ROBPI from MN
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marieke
- Posts: 1627
- Joined: Fri Apr 01, 2005 6:00 pm
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: LOBPI
no external rotation against gravity, can only go to 90 degree fwd flexion, no hand-to-mouth
1 surgery at age 14 (latissimus dorsi transfer). In 2004, at age 28 I was struck with Transverse Myelitis which paralyzed me from the chest down. I recovered movement to my right leg, but need a KAFO to walk on my left leg. I became an RN in 2008. - Location: Montreal, Qc, Canada
- Contact:
Re: Carolyn J
No worries!
We'll make sure everyone is welcomed!
Marieke
HUGS! xoxox
We'll make sure everyone is welcomed!
Marieke
HUGS! xoxox
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Kath
- Posts: 3242
- Joined: Mon Nov 18, 2002 4:11 pm
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: I am ROBPI, global injury, Horner's Syndrome. No surgery but PT started at 2 weeks old under the direction of New York Hospital. I wore a brace 24/7 for the first 11 months of my life. I've never let my injury be used as an excuse not to do something. I've approach all things, in life, as a challenge. I approach anything new wondering if I can do it. I tried so many things I might never have tried, if I were not obpi. Being OBPI has made me strong, creative, more determined and persistent. I believe that being obpi has given me a very strong sense of humor and compassion for others.
- Location: New York
Re: Carolyn J
Carolyn
You are a great cheerleader....!!!
I love the way you throw out the Welcome Mat for everyone.
Now I hope that's enough to make you keep posting when you come home from work!
Kisses... hugs... my friend
Kath robpi/
You are a great cheerleader....!!!
I love the way you throw out the Welcome Mat for everyone.
Now I hope that's enough to make you keep posting when you come home from work!
Kisses... hugs... my friend
Kath robpi/
Kath robpi/adult
Kathleen Mallozzi
Kathleen Mallozzi
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brandonsmom
- Posts: 1401
- Joined: Mon Nov 22, 2004 4:43 pm
Re: Carolyn J
Carolyn,
There is NO such thing as a dumb question and there is also no such thing as leaving us stranded alone here......WE MISS YOU !!!! Hope that 69 year old body will be back up to posting really soon.....LOL !!! I know sometimes my 41 year old body doesn't even feel like coming on the boards........(That is no Joke) and I only work 20 hours too.
Love ya...and Miss you
Gayle mom of BRANDON 8 1/2 (Carolyn's UBPN adopted grandson) And he is soooooo lucky to have you !
There is NO such thing as a dumb question and there is also no such thing as leaving us stranded alone here......WE MISS YOU !!!! Hope that 69 year old body will be back up to posting really soon.....LOL !!! I know sometimes my 41 year old body doesn't even feel like coming on the boards........(That is no Joke) and I only work 20 hours too.
Love ya...and Miss you
Gayle mom of BRANDON 8 1/2 (Carolyn's UBPN adopted grandson) And he is soooooo lucky to have you !
Re: Carolyn J
Carolyn,
You know I love you. I envy your ability to always project a happy, upbeat attitude. What else can I say? You go, girl.
Joanie
You know I love you. I envy your ability to always project a happy, upbeat attitude. What else can I say? You go, girl.
Joanie