I have (finally!) uploaded all the details for the forthcoming TBPI meeting here in the UK on to the TBPI Group website. The details can be reached from the home page which is http://www.tbpi-group.org I have split it into 4 parts; the announcement and invite, a page of maps to the venue, a list of hotels and a page a pictures from the 1st meeting last year, which was a great success.
We are sticking with the same venue ar as it worked so well and created an informal, relaxing atmosphere last year.
Something we have done differently is invite several members of the medical professions to come along and maybe give us one or two presentations about their own particular skills in treating people with a TBPI, or to just set up question and answer sessions. It is the first time we have attempted to set this kind of thing up and we have had very positive feedback and promises to attend from several leading medical professionals.
Everyone is very welcome to come. I know its a long way and very short notice, but I hope that won't put too many people off. Courtney from UBPN and her friend Ami are making the trip which is great! If anyone wants any more details about anything regarding the Squires meeting, please let me know here, on the TBPI Group message board or by email.
Lizzy B
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jennyb
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- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: January 1980 Yamaha RD200 vs 16 wheeler truck, result, 1 totally paralysed right arm. I was 21, now 54. I had no surgery, I don't regret this. Decided to totally ignore limitations (easily done aged 21) adapted very quickly to one handed life, got married, had 3 kids, worked- the effect of the injury on my life (once the pain stopped being constant) was minimal and now, aged 54, I very rarely even think of it, unless I bash it or it gets cold, then I wish I'd had it amputated :) Except for a steering knob on my car, I have no adaptations to help with life, mainly because I honestly don't think of myself as disabled and the only thing I can't do is peel potatoes, which is definitely a good thing.
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Well done Liz, I'm sure it will be a wonderful success and I wish I was coming this year! It was A LOT of fun last year and I met some fantastic people-even my (then) 15 yr old ultra cool daughter enjoyed herself and just told me she wished she was going this year too, and added "....and mum, I'm not even a crip!" what a darling she is :0)
Hope the weathers as good as last years 42 degrees....
Hope the weathers as good as last years 42 degrees....
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It rained on Saint Swithin's day ! Bring umbrellas to Squires !
For the US audience: an ancient British folklore says that if it rains on St. Swithin's day (15th. July), it will rain for 40 days and 40 nights.
For the US audience: an ancient British folklore says that if it rains on St. Swithin's day (15th. July), it will rain for 40 days and 40 nights.
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Haha :0) never mind if it does rain (who is this St Swithin anyway??) we have exclusive use of the v. large function room and bar etc so no problems there then! Anyone who camps regularly knows that the risk of rain in the UK is ever present...last year was a bit of a fluke!
Don't let the thought of rain put anyone off..at least in August it'll be warm rain!
Lizzy B
Don't let the thought of rain put anyone off..at least in August it'll be warm rain!
Lizzy B
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Kath
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- 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
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Liz
I thought it was called liquid sunshine in the summer.
LOL...
Kath
I thought it was called liquid sunshine in the summer.
LOL...
Kath
Kath robpi/adult
Kathleen Mallozzi
Kathleen Mallozzi
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I LIKE it Kath!! :0) :0) liquid sunshine! well we get plenty of that alright...this isn't a green and pleasant land for nothing!
Lizzyb :0) LOL
Lizzyb :0) LOL
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Just bringing this to the top again...as it is only two weeks away.
Update on the medical professionals who are coming; Prof. Simon Kay from Leeds 'Jimmies' has promised to be there sometime on the afternoon of friday 13th ..still no definite time yet, but as soon as I know I will post here and on the TBPI Group message boards.
Two of the occupational therapists from Stanmore are coming for the whole weekend. One of the male pain nurses, also from Stanmore, has promised to be there on friday and saturday.
I have also had confirmation from one of the physiotherapists from 'Jimmies' that she will be there all weekend, possibly with several other members of the team there. More about this as soon as I know for definite.
Sorry I can't be more precise about times, people etc but this is the first time we have attempted this...it's a bit of a steep learning curve! Rest assured though that it will be worth the effort to attend!
Lizzy B
Update on the medical professionals who are coming; Prof. Simon Kay from Leeds 'Jimmies' has promised to be there sometime on the afternoon of friday 13th ..still no definite time yet, but as soon as I know I will post here and on the TBPI Group message boards.
Two of the occupational therapists from Stanmore are coming for the whole weekend. One of the male pain nurses, also from Stanmore, has promised to be there on friday and saturday.
I have also had confirmation from one of the physiotherapists from 'Jimmies' that she will be there all weekend, possibly with several other members of the team there. More about this as soon as I know for definite.
Sorry I can't be more precise about times, people etc but this is the first time we have attempted this...it's a bit of a steep learning curve! Rest assured though that it will be worth the effort to attend!
Lizzy B
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jennyb
- Posts: 1183
- Joined: Fri Nov 02, 2001 5:24 pm
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: January 1980 Yamaha RD200 vs 16 wheeler truck, result, 1 totally paralysed right arm. I was 21, now 54. I had no surgery, I don't regret this. Decided to totally ignore limitations (easily done aged 21) adapted very quickly to one handed life, got married, had 3 kids, worked- the effect of the injury on my life (once the pain stopped being constant) was minimal and now, aged 54, I very rarely even think of it, unless I bash it or it gets cold, then I wish I'd had it amputated :) Except for a steering knob on my car, I have no adaptations to help with life, mainly because I honestly don't think of myself as disabled and the only thing I can't do is peel potatoes, which is definitely a good thing.
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Probably too late if you aren't already going-but I'm bringing it up anyway in case any stray Brits might be reading......and I VERY sorry I couldn't come this year. Even you even had a tenth of the fun we had last year it will be a blast :0)
Enjoy the English beer Courtney :0) I expect to see photos of you all.....
Jen NZ
Enjoy the English beer Courtney :0) I expect to see photos of you all.....
Jen NZ
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Going to miss you there mate...I think we'll get a lifesized cardboard cut-out of you and lean it against the bar/sit it outside the tent...either or both! Hopefully people will be bringing cameras. Kate and Yeti were the 'official' photographers last year and did a fine job of it too....will get this years uploaded as soon as poss...now heres hoping the weather is half as good as last year!
Lizzy B :0)
Lizzy B :0)
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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
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Hope you all have great weather for your get together...
Or just enjoy the liquid sunshine
Kath
Or just enjoy the liquid sunshine
Kath
Kath robpi/adult
Kathleen Mallozzi
Kathleen Mallozzi