Hello all,
Kayla and I made it home safely from camp. We had such a great time. For those of you who couldn't make it this year we sure missed you and for those of you who have never gone you really should try for the next one.
It was truly an amazing camp. I learn more everytime I go and the best part is feeling as if you have helped someone with their injury.
Thanks again board members and all those who helped make this years camp a success.
*HUGS*
Rachel
Home from camp
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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: Home from camp
I finally got on line and will leave tomorrow to go home.
Boy do I miss all the campers.
When I see all the little kids and the teenager talking and hanging out I am so happy.
I am so glad that we are able to provide this experience for everyone.
I just wish my Mom and I could have shared and experience like this.
I love seeing all my adult bpi friends and we share lots of laughs etc...
I am still on a high and really learned something amazing at this camp...
Thanks to Kate P.
I have to go pack so I will see you all soon in cyberland.
Kath robpi/adult
Boy do I miss all the campers.
When I see all the little kids and the teenager talking and hanging out I am so happy.
I am so glad that we are able to provide this experience for everyone.
I just wish my Mom and I could have shared and experience like this.
I love seeing all my adult bpi friends and we share lots of laughs etc...
I am still on a high and really learned something amazing at this camp...
Thanks to Kate P.
I have to go pack so I will see you all soon in cyberland.
Kath robpi/adult
Kath robpi/adult
Kathleen Mallozzi
Kathleen Mallozzi
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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: Home from camp
I loved it! I am pooped too. It was great meeting you all! Kath, Kate, Carolyn, Rachel, Amy, Courtney, Ryan, Josh... all of you a great!
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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: Home from camp
I am very grateful for everyone getting home safely!!
Tired is good!
Scott & I can't wait to see pictures. Thank you all for making my Scott so welcome. He can't stop talking about you all.
HUGS,
Carolyn J
Tired is good!
Scott & I can't wait to see pictures. Thank you all for making my Scott so welcome. He can't stop talking about you all.
HUGS,
Carolyn J
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
- Contact:
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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: Home from camp
I am also home and have made it through my first day of classes and I have to say I am so over tired! But I loved every last minute of camp and I wish we all hd another week together! Camp went by way too fast!
Every one should start saving for camp 2009!!! You wont regret your trip, I promise! I dont think a single person went away with out a new friend. Missing you all already!
Big Hugs,
Amy 20 years old ROBPI from MN
Every one should start saving for camp 2009!!! You wont regret your trip, I promise! I dont think a single person went away with out a new friend. Missing you all already!
Big Hugs,
Amy 20 years old ROBPI from MN
Amy 28 years old ROBPI from MN