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itouchUeverywherealways
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Dystonia Spasmodic Torticollis
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Spokane,Washington
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Swimming,puter,cards,games,music,movies
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retired.Have worked 4 Years,Navy,Army Medic.Looked strange but did good work.S.T. since 60-61.Beinging happy,seek Gal to spoil,friends,to love
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[email protected]
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New,shy,chronic pain.Male seek friends,e-mail,more.Will make you laugh.Webtv,only can MSN Messenger.Hi,thanks Ron
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1/4/2002
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GoodTimeMan
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Osteogenessis Imperfecta
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Sanford, FL.
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Camping/darts/fishing/walking
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To find nice lady and let my feeling out
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[email protected]
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I had over 387 fractures on my body/ 2 knees replacement / 3 hips replacement / 1 shoulder replacement / 1 ear bone replacement / 1 bone taken out of the right shoulder and rebuilt My wife past away on the 7-22-2001. She had the same bone condition I have. Iam looking for a nice lady who is or not in a a wheelchair. My home is set up for a handicap person in FL.
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1/5/2002
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greenkat
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back injury with nerve damage to legs, right side is worse
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Nevada
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travel, leatherwork, reading and most crafts
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I am trying to figure out what my limitations mean as to how they will change my life and how to keep this from happening.
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[email protected]
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I am fairly new at living my life with limitations and haven't figured out what this all means to me. Everyhing wasimportant is missing in my life. I lost my independence when I was told I couldn't drive unless I have modifacation made to my car. I haven't been able to get this done so still stranded. I was a truck driver before this and spent my time exploring the country. Now I can't get to the store. I don't have my job anymore either. I was told that I can't go back. I look at job ads and don't know what I can do. If anyone can help me figure out how to get through this and win I would like to here from you. I have so many feelings about this that I don't understand. The doctors said this was as good as it will get and discharged me. I just don't know how to life with with what I have to deal with.
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1/22/2002
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thehermit
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anxiety and depression Also ocd
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Reading and cooking
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to overcome this fear of the out side world and be able to see a school play or even get a job.
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[email protected]
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I hope to meet you all soon!
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1/26/2002
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Mare
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Disk damage with leg pain, osteoarthritis from MVA
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Michigan
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Gardening, pressed flower crafts, reading
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To work with my abilities and find something meaningful to do.
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[email protected]
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2/12/2002
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BlueLilly1234
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Many Mental and Back Diabilities
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Forest Lake, Minnesota
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Horseback ridding, reading, seeing movies/videos, playing cards, playing on the pc
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[email protected]
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My name is BlueLilly. My birthday is October 16, 1978 ( so I'm 23 as of 02/12/02 ). I have known all my life that I was different from others. I was diagnoised with Deppresion and Social Anxiety Disorder around July of 1998. I have sense been diagnoised with Chronic back problems. I am currently signed up to start my first PT for these back problems. My goal for this site is too have people I can talk to and who can relate to the problems I have. I am also just plan looking for more friends :-) Maybe online as well as offline. You never know. Thanks for a great site, BlueLilly1234
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2/12/2002
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greg1065354
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Spastic Cerebral Palsy
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Lincoln, Nebraska
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Reading, Listening to the radio, Visiting communities
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To overcome my technological challenges.
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[email protected]
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My name is Gregory A. Stewart and I have found numerous disability communities (some CP related) and I have joined numerous communities.
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2/16/2002
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Puff
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post-polio, stabilized left hip, in electric chair
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SW MO>
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Do Bible studies from home, read a lot, make jewelry, write, sew, container gardening and other crafts, herb gardening and my dogs
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To stay as active as I can for as long as I can.
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[email protected]
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I really enjoy meeting people from all over and making new ffriends. I think this is a wonderful way to do this. I don't understand the workingsof this machine but it is marvelous. Puff
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3/9/2002
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Rasta
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Spina Bifida, Tethered Cord, Chronic Pain
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Montreal, Quebec Canada
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Right now just fighting for disability
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Was a long haul truck driver, Cathy
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3/13/2002
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Duch58
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Scoliosis, on oxygen 24/7
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S.E. U.S.A.
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Friends-Pets-Flowers-Family
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To live each day the very best I can
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[email protected]
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Joined this group to have links with new friends, and find out things that could help me live a better life, and cope with my illness in a more productive way.Despair is never the way to go.
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3/25/2002
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_Lacey�?/nobr>
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4/8/2002
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crayzigurl420
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CMT
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Valrico, FL.
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advocate, Accessibilites,Fed,State & county
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Better accessiby for all disabled people
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[email protected]
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States are very lax in mandating accessibility laws ( federal ada laws ). states and county's quote "we don't enforce fed law". Fed law is minimum requirement for the country.so follow them by adapting them and enforce your own law instead of grandfather clauses .
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4/14/2002
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williejean
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compression fracture relate work injure
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taylor Michigan
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I love to sew quilt knit and crochet
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Trying to deal with disable I was very active person before injure I dont like being house 24 day
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[email protected]
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I would like to make some friends that I could talk too. If there anyone who like to sew that would be great maybe can talkThankyou Williejean
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4/20/2002
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Ussie�?/nobr>
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husband debilitating chronic back/neck pain and mild depression
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wisconsin
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caregiving, cats, kids, and staying active
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to become an RN
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[email protected]
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5/5/2002
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canes1
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cerebral palsey
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clearwater
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music sports
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to continue to be independent as long as possible
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[email protected]
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please read the message board that I sent need different perspectives so that I can share during the process of expansion. Church is going to expand.
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5/7/2002
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ADisabledWriter
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CP, LD, Hearing Loss
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Brantford, Ontario Canada
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Writing, Research, Disability Studies
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MSW, 0r MA in Sociology, PhD. Disability Studies
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[email protected]
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I am interested in the attitudes of the disabled. I am writing about my experiences with Cerebral Palsy--poetry and short stories. My goals: 1.Create an anthology for publication. 2.Research Sociology/Phenomenology of Disability--perception of disability by the disabled--its expression in their writing. 3.Master's in Sociology/Social Work and PhD in Disability Studies. I need academic research and writers who identify as being disabled who are willing to share their experiences and their writing.
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5/11/2002
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ukia3
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retinitis pigmentosa
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columbus, ohio area
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adventures of life
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to see the USA in a chevorlet
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[email protected]
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5/19/2002
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ukia3
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retinitis pigmentosa /vkh symdrome
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columbus, ohio area
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lifes' adventures
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to see the USA in a chevorlet
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[email protected]
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5/19/2002
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Phoenix
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Bone Disorder in Childhood=wheelchair
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Va, USA
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Computers,Tropical Fish,Videos
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To make each day a little better, and help others
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[email protected]
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51 years old retired on disablity after 30 years of public work, I am always looking for opportunities to pass on some of the experance and answers I have learned through my life, hoping they will help someone else along their journey.
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5/24/2002
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Katie
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CFIDS, Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis, "old woman's disease" LOL
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South Dakota but looking to move!
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Once upon a time: Law, politics, social issues. More recent past: Flower garden, crafts, sewing, puzzles of all kinds. Now: Don't know, still looking to see what I can do in spite of increased pain and decreased mobility...
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Grieve the most recent losses due to further decline in health so I can get on with life! And, in the process, I really hope I can help somebody else, too :)
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[email protected]
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So glad to be included here. It's been a VERY long, painful life, but I'm still here and still willing to make the best life I can. I managed to give up career, family, friends, financial security when hit with CFIDS, and survived by finding other things that brought a sense of accomplishment and joy. Over the years the arthritis and "other ills" have slowly erroded away even that. Most recently, the Fibro (combined with the OA in all major joints) has rendered me nearly house-bound. I don't like it, and I'm having a hard time accepting this on top of the others, ya know?? Add to that a miserable personal relationship (we "own" a house together... long story) and life just ain't pretty right now. I really hope to gather information I can use for decision making.... but I also want to support, love, and encourage others. I've had a few wonderful "cyber-friends" that have held me up over the last few years... and I want to pass it on.
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5/27/2002
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dolphin
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dystonia (born) several others resulting for drunk driver
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canada
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dolphins , needle work , music
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keep walking
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[email protected]
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I was born with dystonia ,in1996 i was hit head on by a drunk driver , after i came out of coma the docs told me i'd never walk again , they where wrong , i have osteo arthritis in every bone that was broken and except for arms that was pretty much all of the rest . I like to laugh and my sense of humor is just a tad wee warped , looking forward to meeting all of you .
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6/7/2002
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Cookjoy2
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unable to walk due to back injury
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North Carolina
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cooking, reading, traveling, my dog
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to get my college degree
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[email protected]
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Hello everyone, After a difficult time adjusting, I decided to stop feeling sorry for myself and get on with living life to its fullest. I enjoy meeting new friends and would love to chat with any member.
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7/16/2002
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Lizzie
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Polio. respiratory failure
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upstate NY
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computer,crafts,cooking,movies,& making new friends
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staying healthy
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[email protected]
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I really enjoy learning new things and meeting new peoples. I found out I can do that by joinning the groups.I have learned alot and met alot of interesting people here,we seem to have alot in common. Which is real nice. Lizzie
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7/21/2002
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EdwardJanus
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Cerebral Palsy
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NORTHLAKE. IL
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PLEASE READ MY STORY AT MY WEBSITE.
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[email protected]
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I am a member of this fine community. I have Cerebral Palsy. Please visit our site Janus. Edward / My Story It's about Sharing, Caring and Healing.
We are members of 'Top 100 MSN Communities'
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7/22/2002
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MMARYBEAR
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vision impairment,rhematiod arthritis,psoritc arthritis fibromyilygia,degenerative disc anbd joint desiase ,
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Canada
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Crafts,ols movies, gardening ,fishing,antiques,collectables,meeting new penfriends an many more interests
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To try to accept my newly disabilities,.
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[email protected]
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I am glad to be able to join this group my names mary I am 48, female,a horrid typer but hope to makea few friends, and to learn it is ok to havea few flaws in this world that some will accept me here...looking to meeting in chat .. i just learnt last week i have rhemo and fibro lo..... anyone havea tube of glue lol im falling apart and noone told me lo.......please feel free to e-mail me as i could usea few friends ... been ion methotrexate 7 years they upped it fer 4 more weeksas to start me ona new drug enbrel just approved here in canada so im hopefull...maple
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8/10/2002
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sheba
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Husband is paralyzed from the shoulders down - incomplete C4
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Texas
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Reading, Surfing the Net, Spending time with our two girls, movies and dining
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To stay healthy in order to take care of my family
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[email protected]
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My husband has been paralyzed since 1995 due to a bullet that is lodged on his spine. He works fulltime with the help of an assistantand when he gets home he is tired. I spend most of my time with our 7 and 8 year old girls which is wonderful but sometimes I would love an adult conversation.
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8/23/2002
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AngelMelinda
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Cerebral Palsy
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Texas
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Writing
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become a well-known author
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[email protected]
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Hello, I'm 23. I would like to make more friends. If you care to know me, please write.
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8/25/2002
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sox fan
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below knee amputee
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South Holland IL
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sports, music, running to Starbucks spending time with friends and family. I also like working with my boyfriend on his motorcycle
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to be the best person with great understanding
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[email protected]
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My name is Donna and I'm 44 years old I lost my leg to cancer back in 1988 but life goes on. Things happen for a reason. I welcome all who want to email me. I have a very good out look on life and if you need someone to talk to I have a strong shoulder to cry on or if you just need to laugh.
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9/5/2002
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LADYLUCK_317
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SPASTIC CP. IN LEGS
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MASS
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SPENDING TIME WITH FAMILY,FRIENDS,MUSIC,COOKING,MY PLANTS,MEETING NEW PEOPLE, MY COMPUTER.
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TO STAY STRONG PHYSICALY & MENTALY.
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[email protected]
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9/16/2002
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matrix
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chronic bipolar2 with psychotic features and severe chronicmigraines
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Grand Forks North Dakota
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skiing,gardening and reading
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to comes to grips w/my illnessess
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[email protected]
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I am a 100%service connected total and permenant Air Force veteran. I have a very supportive family of wife, 19 yo son $13 yo daughter who have been very supportive during my weeeks of hospitalization. I was diagnosed in 1991 and fought and finaly overcame the bueracacy of the very impersonal and slow VA system. I will never be able to work again for the rest of my life so I have my computer and TV. I hope to make new friends within this organization. Thank you for accepting my application
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9/24/2002
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Goku4048
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devolobmental learning disability
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sparks
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sci fi
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to have fun
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[email protected]
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10/27/2002
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Janelen2
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lupus/fibromyalgia/rheumatoid arthritis
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Homestead, FL
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internet groups, cross stitching, homemaking
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be the best person I can be take excellent care of my family
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[email protected]
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Hi! Janie here! I am the wife to Paul of thirteen years and I have four sons. My two oldest have adhd and autism. Iam also living a life with limitations. I need to keep my stress levels low to prevent lupus flare ups. It is going to be wonderful to meet you all!
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11/10/2002
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DISABLEDKIWI19
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I HAVE MILD CEREBAL PALSY
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AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND
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INTERNET AND NICE LOOKING GIRLS
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[email protected]
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hello everyone who sees this thanx alot for adding me to this
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11/23/2002
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WHEELS4
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QUAD C5-C6
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SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY
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WORKIN ON COMPUTER, GOIN OUT FOR DINNER WITH FRIENDS
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MAKIN EVERYDAY BETTER THAN THE ONE BEFORE
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[email protected]
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I'M 52 MALE DISABLED FOR ALMOST 29 YRS. MEETING NEW PEOPLE MAKES ME VERY HAPPY.DRIVING THRU NEW ENGLAND STATES SEEING LEAVES TURN COLORS IN THE FALL
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12/10/2002
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HotWheels21
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Cerebral Palsy
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Jonesboro, GA
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reading nything interesting, rock, country&christian music, etc
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[email protected]
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1/12/2003
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twisty328
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idiopathic torsion dystonia, fibromyalgia, arthritis,degenerative disc disease, post traumatic stress syndrome
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cold country:)
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support, crocheting, poetry, writing poetry, one-stroke painting
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to keep enduring :)
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[email protected]
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Hello everyone. I am 49 years old, a twin , the mother of two grown children. I have a neurological movement disorder called torsion dystonia. I also have an implanted pump which helps greatly with my continual muscle spasms and chronic pain. I was assulted by a "Monster" of a man which is why I have torsion dystonia. Rape sometimes ends in serious ways. I am generally very happy and involved as much as I can be in LIFE. I hope to meet you all soon. Chris
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1/14/2003
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Iluminia
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impaired funtioning
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3/2/2003
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val14
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permanent damage to nerve from epidural
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Wis
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email friends,racing,walking outdoors,
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Finding a "new"life for myself
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[email protected]
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Hello to all & I sure am glad to have found this group. I like to make new friends & ecspecialy would love to hear from anyone with same injury,I see from all I read I am in the 1percent of people who get permantly injured from injection & am really searching for any information in regards to it. I hope you all have a good day & hope to talk with you soon, Suzanne
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3/2/2003
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Diva4ever9
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Spina Bifida
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Southwest Fla.
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Boating, fishing, bowling, Member NRA, computer
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ASE Certified Electrical Auto Tech....which I have achieved
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I live in the southwest gulf coast of Florida. I am wheel-chair bound, but am very active. Recently seperated. Have 3 children, set of twins anda younger daughter living with me.
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3/20/2003
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jonny
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cp degenerative disc disease in neck
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Kingston Ontario Canada
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reading old movies writing disability issues
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expanding work in disability issues
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[email protected]
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I want to expand my involvement in disability issues now that i'm retired due to disability and chronic pain. i may want to pick your brains,so be warned. Also looking for new friends and to meet that special someone hopefully. i have two great teenaged kids.
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3/25/2003
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