I have finally built up my confidence enough to let myself be available to guys and got lucky enough to find a great guy who can see me past my injury!
For so many years I let myself believe that guys wouldnt want to love me because I wasn't perfect like my friends. My injury has help me back in that area of my life but no more! I know that I deserve greatness just like the next guy and I think I found it!
He has stolen my heart!
He wants to learn about my injury though and especially for his best friends, they are expecting. So he talked to them and then had me talk to them. So I am hoping we have saved another baby from the possibility. I have warned them to ask every question they can think up and then some.
So when you find the right person, the injury doesnt matter. Living on cloud 9 right now!
Hope every one else is having a great week as well!
Hugs,
Amy 21 years old ROBPI from MN
some good news...not all guys are bad
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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
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some good news...not all guys are bad
Amy 28 years old ROBPI from MN
Re: some good news...not all guys are bad
Woowhoo Amy, you so deserve it!!! Any one would be lucky to catch you.
Sue
Sue
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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: some good news...not all guys are bad
I'll second that one!
Amy you had to become more comfortable with your arm before you could let anyone else into your life.
Your comfortable and have all the answers now so that makes everyone around you more comfortable.
My husband still forgets sometimes and I had to explain my arm to him hundreds of times. He never noticed it ... just proves love is blind... LOL...
Enjoy this special time.
Kath robpi/adult
Amy you had to become more comfortable with your arm before you could let anyone else into your life.
Your comfortable and have all the answers now so that makes everyone around you more comfortable.
My husband still forgets sometimes and I had to explain my arm to him hundreds of times. He never noticed it ... just proves love is blind... LOL...
Enjoy this special time.
Kath robpi/adult
Kath robpi/adult
Kathleen Mallozzi
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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: some good news...not all guys are bad
Thanks Sue and Kath!
I went to a goal setting workshop back in January and decided by my birthday that I wanted to be confident in myself. And one way I would do that was go to Karaoke and sing in front of people with out trying to hide my arm. So I went everny time I was home in January and February and am now dating the DJ
I did have to learn to be confident in me before I could let anyone else in. its a very valuale life lesson. Now I love me and I am confident and its working out great for me! The arm so does not matter in the least! if anything its a conversation starter, hes interested in my bod work. I cant wait to teach him and maybe some day he will be the one to come with me to camp. Who knows what will happen in time.
Hugs,
Amy
I went to a goal setting workshop back in January and decided by my birthday that I wanted to be confident in myself. And one way I would do that was go to Karaoke and sing in front of people with out trying to hide my arm. So I went everny time I was home in January and February and am now dating the DJ
I did have to learn to be confident in me before I could let anyone else in. its a very valuale life lesson. Now I love me and I am confident and its working out great for me! The arm so does not matter in the least! if anything its a conversation starter, hes interested in my bod work. I cant wait to teach him and maybe some day he will be the one to come with me to camp. Who knows what will happen in time.
Hugs,
Amy
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
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Re: some good news...not all guys are bad
OOOOOHHHH, AMY, my heart is so full for you!! 
I am so happy for you.
I was wondering about how that Kareoke goal was going and was hoping for an update...but DATING THE DJ?? Woweeee, you GO Girl!! I just knew the way you have been motivated with your goals that it was just a matter of time before you would draw a good man into your heart and busy life.
Believe me, you will be saving alot of babies and Moms & Dads too as you are going along your Journey as you are. Your instincts and Skills are Awesome and enviable.
Now a good man in your life too! I am really doing my Happy Dance for you.
Waahwhoo!
((((HUGS))))
Carolyn J
I am so happy for you.I was wondering about how that Kareoke goal was going and was hoping for an update...but DATING THE DJ?? Woweeee, you GO Girl!! I just knew the way you have been motivated with your goals that it was just a matter of time before you would draw a good man into your heart and busy life.
Believe me, you will be saving alot of babies and Moms & Dads too as you are going along your Journey as you are. Your instincts and Skills are Awesome and enviable.
Now a good man in your life too! I am really doing my Happy Dance for you.
Waahwhoo!
((((HUGS))))
Carolyn J
Carolyn J
Adult LOBPI
Adult LOBPI
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Tanya in NY
- Posts: 935
- Joined: Mon May 03, 2004 10:51 am
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: I am Mom to Amber, injured at birth. I serve on the Board of Directors for UBPN, and am a labor/delivery nurse, too.
- Location: NY State
- Contact:
Re: some good news...not all guys are bad
Woo Hoo! What wonderful news for you! Finding someone who makes you feel special for all the right reasons is such a joy. I'm so happy for you!
Tanya in NY
Amber's Mom, ROBPI, 5 years old
Tanya in NY
Amber's Mom, ROBPI, 5 years old
Tanya in NY
Amber's Mom, ROBPI, 13 years old
Amber's Mom, ROBPI, 13 years old
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rachelcasa
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Re: some good news...not all guys are bad
Congratulations Amy!!
That is great news and I hope he treats you like gold. You are such a great person and you deserve the best.
I could see you smiling through my pc.
Keep us posted and remember relationships are a lot of work but worth it in the long run.
*HUGS*
Rachel in MT
That is great news and I hope he treats you like gold. You are such a great person and you deserve the best.
I could see you smiling through my pc.
Keep us posted and remember relationships are a lot of work but worth it in the long run.
*HUGS*
Rachel in MT
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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: some good news...not all guys are bad
If it was easy, I wouldnt be doing it My OT used to tell me that with my therapy all the time. She would say "if it was easy, I wouldnt have you do it!"
Relationships are not meant to be easy, but I am ready to work for it.
Thanks every one for the wonderful comments! I am still smiling ear to ear he makes me so happy! I cant wait to see him again.
Hugs,
Amy
My OT used to tell me that with my therapy all the time. She would say "if it was easy, I wouldnt have you do it!"Relationships are not meant to be easy, but I am ready to work for it.
Thanks every one for the wonderful comments! I am still smiling ear to ear he makes me so happy! I cant wait to see him again.
Hugs,
Amy
Amy 28 years old ROBPI from MN
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karategirl1kyu
- Posts: 363
- Joined: Mon Feb 19, 2007 12:59 am
- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: LOBPI, had surgery when I was 9- they moved muscles and tendons from one side of my arm to the other side. I can lift my arm to about my eye level, can't straigten it all the way and can't completely supinate my wrist.
- Location: Richmond, RI
Re: some good news...not all guys are bad
Congrats!!! Thats awesome, much luck in ur future!! lol! Sometimes, if you dont think about the arm... the self consciousness goes away, and other people forget about it too!
~Mel
~Mel
~Mel/23/LOBPI
Re: some good news...not all guys are bad
!!!!!!!AWESOME NEWS AMY !!!!!
I agree........there is NOTHING in this world better then finding someone who appreciates and respects you for who you are !!!!
And as others have said, Love IS Blind
John & I have been together for 27 years and married for 20. I STILL have to remind him of my limitations (especially on cat litter day lol)
Run with it and see where it takes you is my motto.
Tina
I agree........there is NOTHING in this world better then finding someone who appreciates and respects you for who you are !!!!
And as others have said, Love IS Blind
John & I have been together for 27 years and married for 20. I STILL have to remind him of my limitations (especially on cat litter day lol)
Run with it and see where it takes you is my motto.
Tina