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General Category => NF2 => Topic started by: Jeff on May 27, 2010, 09:54:17 am

Title: 3 Years at the "Chateau Deaf"
Post by: Jeff on May 27, 2010, 09:54:17 am
Hello,
I just popped in to share that I recently passed 3 three year anniversary of my second tumor removal. And, I've come a long way! Some details of my trials are posted here, so I'll not share them again. I'd like to share this short video clip. It's me (no balance nerves, stroke, and part of my brain removed) riding a bicycle. I never thought that I would do this again. So, if you're struggling, hang in there! Things can get better.
Best wishes to all,
Jeff
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=saNqNRDbFzI (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=saNqNRDbFzI)
Title: Re: 3 Years at the "Chateau Deaf"
Post by: jerseygirl on May 27, 2010, 09:57:13 am
It is amazing, Jeff! You give us all hope!

                Eve
Title: Re: 3 Years at the "Chateau Deaf"
Post by: CHD63 on May 27, 2010, 12:08:36 pm
Jeff ....,

WOW ...... I don't think I ever could ride that well even with both nerves still intact prior to my surgeries.  Congratulations and more power to you! :D  As we say so often, motivation is a major part of a successful recovery.

Think I will not try riding a bicycle, however, at my tender age.   ::)

Clarice
Title: Re: 3 Years at the "Chateau Deaf"
Post by: Cheryl R on May 27, 2010, 12:16:14 pm
Yeah, Jeff!       Wonderful to see how well you do on a bicycle!        I know I have said it more than once of being my inspiration for having NF2!           Plus we know what big deal an anniversary is on here and you have so much to be thankful for!
         I am happy for you!                            Cheryl R
Title: Re: 3 Years at the "Chateau Deaf"
Post by: Jim Scott on May 27, 2010, 12:56:48 pm
Jeff ~

Thanks for your uber affirmative post!  Your recovery is remarkable and your reminder that 'things can get better' is as welcome as it is true.  Thanks - and happy (bike) trails to you.  :)

Jim
Title: Re: 3 Years at the "Chateau Deaf"
Post by: Jeff on May 29, 2010, 08:41:37 am
Thank you all for the kind words,

I find myself driven to regain as much as possible. I didn't know that I had this in me until I was forced to deal with this. I decided, as soon as I arrived home from the hospital, that I would never allow someone to do something for me that I might be able to do myself. I can remember clearing my dinner dishes while walking with a walker. After a while, I was carrying the dishes and the walker!

My reason for sharing is indeed to encourage others to persevere. Dr. Hitselberger told me that I was "one of the toughest cases of his career," and that's literally thousands of cases. So, I consider myself very fortunate to be where I am now. And, I hope that I can continue to be an encouragement to others. I'll leave you with one of my favorite sayings:
(http://techtacks.converse1schools.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/1t-260x300.png)
Best wishes,
Jeff
Title: Re: 3 Years at the "Chateau Deaf"
Post by: lori67 on May 29, 2010, 08:54:51 am
Thanks for sharing that, Jeff!  I think we all need a reminder to adjust our sails every now and then.

Awesome job on the bike too!  Although a minor spill might have won you $10,000 on America's Funniest Home Videos!   :D

Can't wait to hear what's next on your list of adventures!  I'll bet there are many in store for you!

Lori
Title: Re: 3 Years at the "Chateau Deaf"
Post by: leapyrtwins on May 29, 2010, 09:29:49 am
Awesome video!  ;D

Jan