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Re: Life after amputation

Peggy2512 — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:20:56 GMT

Hi Linda, I'm sorry to hear that you have had probs, falling and more surgery and please pass on my condolences to your husband - I think the grandchild/grandparent relationship can be so special. What would we do without our kids eh? The middle part of my suture line has died and the flesh is basically rotting so it is dressings every day. I am off to the limb specialist tomorrow morning but like you I don't think much can be done whilst the wound is still a bit messy. I am finding I can now do more without my leg, how are you finding life now. Anyway love to you and yours - and put more lemonade in the vodka, you will fall less ha ha. Seriously - as my nan would say !"you should be more careful when you know how clumsy you are" Take care, Jill

re: Life after amputation

Nanal — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 19:58:52 GMT

Hi linda.........June 23rd.......makes the big change in your life fairly new.......no......really new ! But......your attitude tells me that you're going to make the transition a very smooth one........I think you're going to get to the other side of this challenge with flying colors ! You're remembering how uncomfortable you were before.........not all the stumbling blocks you may encounter....after. You need to be congratulated for your positive.......forward thinking attitude. I admire your courage and determination to make things work !........Peace and lve to you........Norma

re: Life after amputation

itielrei1 — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 16:41:38 GMT

I am a 28 year old amputee.I caught an infection when I was 26and my left leg was amputated above the knee. I have Lupus and that has brought a lot of complications.I also gave my stump a nick name since day 1, I call it "the moniona". When I caught the infecction, I had a toxic shock, that gave me 2 heart attacks and was resucitated, my lungs collapsed, and kidneys failed. I woke up 3 weeks later realizing my leg was gone and I had a hole in my track (my throat)and could not talk. I am still going up and down with my moods, but I know that family and hope is something that strengthens your soul.For me, it is a 180 degree turn in my life, but it has changed me alot and I try to make the best out of every situation.

Nancy

re: My Amputation Journal

ErgoMan — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:54:20 GMT

Linda,

good luck with your surgery. I guess the only thing I can say to you is keep up with the humor....I have been a bi-lateral amputee for over 20 years and humor is one of the best ways to get rid of those down times. When i had my accident the first thing that came out of me when i awoke from the amputations was humor. I was 22 years old and married with a daughter. Still had a whole life in front of me. I wish you all the best.

re: My Amputation Journal

ecrowley — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 18:29:15 GMT

Welcome to the Disaboom blogging world, Linda! Nice to meet you, and I look forward to reading more of your blog posts! Hope you enjoy being outside amidst the flowers!

re: My Amputation Journal

Tim — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 17:12:05 GMT

Hi Linda, thanks for sharing your story. I hope that this blog serves as a calming place for you and that writing about your experiences brings you some measure of peace.

re: My Amputation Journal

sandyfreytag — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:07:56 GMT

Wow Linda you have been threw alot. May God bless you and keep you in his loving arms and help you heal after your surgery. Take Care Now and God Bless You, Sandy