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Multiple, biggest degenerative joint disease, traumatic brain injury
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Minnesota
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Needlework, gardening, grandchildren, computers, biking
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Working for disability rights.
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[email protected]
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I am currently in transition as I try to go onto SSDI. I have worked with people with disabilities in some capacity for over 25 years. I am at a point where I must look at the wear and tear that is occurring with my own body, thus I am now looking at going on disability. I am hoping that the new free time will allow me more time with my family and friends, something that has been at a very low level while trying to work. I am active in the local bicycling community as a United States Cycling Federation official. I am still able to ride my bike, though not as far as I would like, which keeps me active without wear and tear on my joints. I have 2 wonderful children, and we are expecting my second grandchild any day now.  |
5/31/2001
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  luckycramer
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pps,arthritis spine,fm
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outdoors,fishing,horses,book n/f history, people
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when they say you can't, i say the hell i can't and do it (sometimes)
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[email protected]
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i love life and this w/c isn't going to stop me from living it
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9/25/2003
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PapaDocrmurr5073
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Fused Hips (Arthritis)
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Wash. State
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My wife and Stepsons, Languages, Trivia, talking to people "on-line"
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We want to have our own home and land, someday !
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[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
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Hi There !  Nice to meet you ! Been disabled since '89, shuffle around like an ole' cowboy ..Ha Ha !! I'm 50 ( I know, an "old fart" ! lol), and I've just celebrated my 1st anniversary with my lovely wife, Virginia (Feb. 14th  )! Was married before, but did't work out ...I was young and foolish, lol Am very happy, Virginia is my best friend !! I speak English (obviously  ) and quite a bit of Spanish .. Se habla Espanol ? I just retired from working with children for the local YMCA, and the school district for 11 years after becoming disabled (part-time career, of sorts ! Previously worked in the Grocery business for 13 years. Now, I devote my time to my lovely spouse, and my 2 handsome stepsons (Thank God, they don't look like me ! lol )! Have you heard that Country song, "Mr. Mom", yup ..thats me !! Ah .. the consumate "house-husband" ...kinda like it ... its fun !! ... Make dinner for Mama and the boys, keep up the laundry and dishes (Arrg !), and have lots of time ... watching my fav shows ("Judging Amy", "Law & Order", and "The Outer Limits") visiting "on-line, and hangin' with my buddy, "Tiger"  ( "The Cat" / "El Gato", lol) !! I almost named my cat "Flaco" (skinny), but I thought it might hurt his feelings lol Its different being "totally retired" ...sometimes gets boring ..thats where you nice folks come in  ... Anytime ANY OF YOU, want to visit, just drop me an e-mail, or I can read your messages in the group site. ok ? Sincerely, Ole' "PapaDoc" (thats what my wife calls me ..Ha Ha !) AKA .. Richard  HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY !!! 
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3/27/2007
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incheck728
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stroke survor
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western mass.
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football,music,cooking,chatting, comedy,much more.....
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walk with out my brace on.
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ncheck728 @hotmail.com
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hello, Iam Suzane Iam a stroke survor, mother of one child whom was 3 when i had my CVA.I tought him how to ride his bicycle from a wheel chair, played baseball , i did the mom role on wheels. I was lucky to survive it all but still found it my duty to due my part in raising a child.never give up hope.!suzane~
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11/10/2007
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BLUEJEM02
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CP, HEARING IMPAIRMENT & EPILEPSY
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UPSTATE NY
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SEEING FRIENDS, THE MALL OR WATCHING TV LIKE THE YANKEES
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TRYING TO DO MORE MYSELF
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[email protected]
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I THINK I GET ALONG WITH PEOPLE THAT ARE DISABLED MORE THAN OTHERS. BECAUSE WE UNDERSTAND BETTER. I FEEL BETTER ALSO.MY OTHER HALF IS DISABLED TOO.
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7/20/2001
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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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tiffle3
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Hydrocephalus (brain injury)
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Alberta Canada
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reading,music, art, crafts
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to write and be nationally recognised
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[email protected]
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hello all After a long decisin I have decided I need to get out there and meet other people. I need to know that I have a right to be accepted as I am and liked for that person. I am hoping to networking with others in simular situations. So, let's here from you! C'ya soon!  tiffle3
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3/8/2007
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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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effects from stroke no use to lefyt sise and unable to walk
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upstateny
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playing cards chating with friends
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to walk with cane get out of this wheel chair
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[email protected]
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its very diffifult for me to have to depend on others
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7/1/2001
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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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_Nette_22
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Transverse Myelitis, Dysautonomia, Bipolar, Depression, Diabetes, Asthma, and a few more
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Richmond, IN
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Reading, Chtting, Camping
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To survive each day
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[email protected]
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3/18/2006
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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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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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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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Paraplegia T12,L1
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Plano, TX
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Computers, Travel and meeting new people
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To share the joys of what life and Paraplegia has given me.
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[email protected]
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12/9/2003
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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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Osteopathia Striata
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Georgia
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meeting others within the special needs community
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to return to work full time next year once my little girl enters preK
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[email protected]
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Hey, I'm Tracey married to a wonderful man by the name of Brian and we have a precious 3 year old daughter named Shelby Lynn. We reside in Waynesboro,GA. My days are filled with joyous moments spent with Shelby. My husband and little girl are my life. I am a devoted Christian, wife, mother,volunteer for the Center for New Beginnings- www.nbeginnings.org (our local non-profit Christian Center for the Special Needs) and also volunteer 1 morning a week at our Church's BiblePlaySchool Program. At the Center, I serve as the Parent Support Coordinator providing resourceful information to other parents as well as hosting monthly Parent Support Group meetings where we as parents can come together to get away from life's everyday struggles as being parents of special needs children for just a brief moment. Little More about Me........ My daughter and I both have a trach. We both have a rare syndrome, Osteopathia Striata with Cranial Scelrosis. This syndrome has several different names and variations. Abnormalities include: severe obstructive sleep apnea (which causes us to be tracheostomy dependent), very small nasal cavity/passages, hearing impairment, cleft palate, GI issues, very large bones (facial structure issues), dental issues, developmentally delayed,etc. Life span is normal there is no cure, and only a handful of people worldwide with it. I have had my trach for about 25 yrs and have done well if I have to say so myself. Shelby received her trach in 2006, she continues to thrive each day. I look forward to meeting others with similar backgrounds and hope to shed a little bit of hope and inspiration to others. Please visit Shelby's page for current family updates: www.carepages.com page id: babyshelby
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8/16/2008
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amputee(left foot) breastbone seperation from open heart surgery for birth defect , diabetic, in wheelchair
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Jacksonville,Fl.
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very mechanically inclined, gardening,home remodeling,auto repair, theme parks,country craft festivals,sight seeing
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to remain as independant and mobile as possible, meet a LOCAL female , tired of the long distance romance /email /chat
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[email protected]
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Would like to meet a lady within a normal driving distance,for posible long term relationship.
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6/14/2004
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Bubbasee
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Psoriatic Arthritis
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Warren, Pennsylvania, USA
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Aviation, Gardening, Aviation, did I mention Aviation.
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To pass my Controller level 1 test.
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[email protected]
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Yes I do Love aviation. I experience my passion through the virtual world by flying and controlling with other avaiation enhuasists online! It's an amazingly realistic world and a fantastic experience!
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5/7/2004
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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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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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william3419
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paraplegia
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wichita ,ks
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old comics ,my A.D.A. regestered Rottwieler
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to outlive my enemies
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[email protected]
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9/2/2001
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TurquoiseWolf30
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Brain inhury when I was 17 1/2 left me unable to walk without a walker and also had two heart attacks/ strokes at that time as well
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Redford Michigan
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Reading, Writing, Art, My family, Music
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to one day be like I used too more confident in myself and more self reliant
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[email protected]
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When I was 17 I gave birth to my son and had numerous problems while giving birth I had a 10% chance of survival when I did survive they told me I would never walk again so I pushed myself hard and did but I had a relaspe about 4 years ago and now walk with a walker again I also have brain damage from the same situation
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4/25/2008
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S_A_M_I_A_M1
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I'm hard of hearing. My son has Autism, Epilepsy, & Chiari I Malformation
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SAM I AM & FRIENDS
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I am majoring in Social Work to help other families. I am learning how to become an advocate. I have started an on line support group. BOY DO I NEED SUPPORT!!
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To make life a little bit easier for myself and others
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[email protected]
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Here's the links to the two support groups I was talking about. SAM I AM & FRIENDS: SOMEONE 2 LEAN ON: THANKS!!
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11/24/2003
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pokey92277_1986_29palms
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Chronic pain,incontinence
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California
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Books,Movies,Road Trips
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to make each day better for myself
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[email protected]
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I cant wait to get to know everyone.
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3/3/2007
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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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Lovrly1
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I have heart and resperatory failer diebeties and high blood pressure under 24hr. care for life
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oklahoma
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i like crafts, pets, children,moves and online shopping ect.
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to live longer and happier thand expected to
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[email protected]
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im 37 and live with my parents caring for my needs.24hrs. a day im looking to have outside contact with people and make some friends .so hi nice to meet you. hope to hear from you soon
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1/27/2006
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Suspected Rhematoid Arthritis; High Blood Pressure; Glaucoma e;
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South Louisiana
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Books, space, weather, acient history, global history & changes, LIFE
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To live happily and content. To get rid of this constant full body pain
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I'm a 50 year old female. My 20 year old son lives with me. This arthritis has affected my life. I don't want to go anywhere or do anything. My doctor says that if it's not RA, I have excessive wear and tear on my body. I am currently being treated for OA...but the medication does not help. My fingers are starting to disfigure. To all who post me I will return an answer. It gets lonely being in the house all the time, doesn't it?
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8/21/2001
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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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PapaDocrmurr5073
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Fused Hips
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Wash. State
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Trivia, Languages, Humor, My family, Travel, Meeting new people.
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To learn how to properly cook a "Baked Potato" ! lol
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[email protected] [email protected]
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Hi Guys ! Nice to behere ! I hope to meet many of you nice people ! Just "retired" and have a lot of time on my hands. Just discovered "Disabilities Oasis", and I believe it to be the best Dis. group I have found! Been a member of a couple of others ...Quit, too much intolerance and clique-ishness (is that a word ? lol ) Wish we still had a chatroom ..oh well ! Anyway, I would really enjoy sharing ideas, feelings, observations, information, and a whole lot of laughs with all of you ! Thank You, for having me here ! Richard (PDoc, or as my son calls me, "PDawg" )
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3/28/2007
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PapaDocrmurr5073
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Fused Hips
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Wash. State
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Trivia, Languages, Humor, My family, Travel, Meeting new people.
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To learn how to properly cook a "Baked Potato" ! lol
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[email protected] [email protected]
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Hi Guys ! Nice to behere ! I hope to meet many of you nice people ! Just "retired" and have a lot of time on my hands. Just discovered "Disabilities Oasis", and I believe it to be the best Dis. group I have found! Been a member of a couple of others ...Quit, too much intolerance and clique-ishness (is that a word ? lol ) Wish we still had a chatroom ..oh well ! Anyway, I would really enjoy sharing ideas, feelings, observations, information, and a whole lot of laughs with all of you ! Thank You, for having me here ! Richard (PDoc, or as my son calls me, "PDawg" )
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3/28/2007
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PapaDocrmurr5073
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Fused Hips
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Wash. State
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Trivia, Languages, Humor, My family, Travel, Meeting new people.
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To learn how to properly cook a "Baked Potato" ! lol
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[email protected] [email protected]
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Hi Guys ! Nice to behere ! I hope to meet many of you nice people ! Just "retired" and have a lot of time on my hands. Just discovered "Disabilities Oasis", and I believe it to be the best Dis. group I have found! Been a member of a couple of others ...Quit, too much intolerance and clique-ishness (is that a word ? lol ) Wish we still had a chatroom ..oh well ! Anyway, I would really enjoy sharing ideas, feelings, observations, information, and a whole lot of laughs with all of you ! Thank You, for having me here ! Richard (PDoc, or as my son calls me, "PDawg" )
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3/28/2007
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PapaDocrmurr5073
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Fused Hips
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Wash. State
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Trivia, Languages, Humor, My family, Travel, Meeting new people.
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To learn how to properly cook a "Baked Potato" ! lol
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[email protected] [email protected]
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Hi Guys ! Nice to behere ! I hope to meet many of you nice people ! Just "retired" and have a lot of time on my hands. Just discovered "Disabilities Oasis", and I believe it to be the best Dis. group I have found! Been a member of a couple of others ...Quit, too much intolerance and clique-ishness (is that a word ? lol ) Wish we still had a chatroom ..oh well ! Anyway, I would really enjoy sharing ideas, feelings, observations, information, and a whole lot of laughs with all of you ! Thank You, for having me here ! Richard (PDoc, or as my son calls me, "PDawg" )
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3/28/2007
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My husband is physically challenged and I have Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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Virginia
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writing, art, spiritual subjects and many more things...
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To learn and support my loved one
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[email protected]
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This is my spiritual group. http://groups.msn.com/ARoomOfLight
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1/5/2005
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paleshyone43
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leg disability
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Utah
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chating online,reading,listening to cd's going to see concerts (western singers mostly) planting flowers
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To keep my online friends, they are very special to me
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[email protected]
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I enjoy talking online so email me when you have time or catch me in the chat room. Yes Dave loves music he has an excellent CD collection .
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7/22/2001
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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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MÄXMÂN
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tramatic brain injury
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LAS VEGAS NEVADA
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music/computer's/people & ofcourse love
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to improve myself daily
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[email protected]
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 hello all & you also i'm a 36 yo man ive been hemi palegic since 94 wich meen's i'm paralized on half my body my left side in this case hope to talk to you later your friend MAXMAN  |
9/15/2003
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railfan65
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Polio, Post Polio Syndrome
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Oregon
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Railroeads, Model Railroads, people
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To help others adjust to life
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[email protected]
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6/27/2001
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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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