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I took my first steps today

Discussion in 'Campfire Chat - General Discussions' started by Hannah, Jan 16, 2012.

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  1. Hannah Sergeant

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    For the first time in two months I was able to walk today. It took me three times but I was able to walk across the physical therapy office. I had the doctor and Dad leading me along with a nurse following me behind with my wheel chair. Walking again felt good and yet so weird as I was shuffling along. I was given some more exercises to help me out with my feet and lifting them.

    Dad is still tripping out over it. He freaked when I was able to stand for a full minute and twenty seconds.

    I am tired and quite sore but so happy I was able to do that.

    I'm definately on the mend and I go in for therapy two days a week. The doctor estimates within a month I may be able to walk without assistance.
    Hannah, Jan 16, 2012
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  3. Glorybound Brig. General, Mod

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    Excellent news Hannah, way to hang in there and work through it! This was something that both you and your dad needed, I'm glad you made it happen.

    Lee
    Glorybound, Jan 16, 2012
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  4. Littlestown First Sergeant

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    That's fantastic news Hannah! You go girl! I'm so happy for you and your Dad!
    Littlestown, Jan 16, 2012
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  5. Rob9641 2nd Lieutenant

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    Go get 'em, Hannah. Your cheerleading time is hard at work, too.
    Rob9641, Jan 16, 2012
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  6. pamc153PA First Sergeant

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    Fantastic to hear, Hannah! Great news!
    pamc153PA, Jan 16, 2012
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  7. kholland First Sergeant

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    congrats Hannah!
    kholland, Jan 16, 2012
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  8. Lnwlf Corporal

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    Tears of joy flowing from my ol' goggle eyes! YAY HANNAH:dance: !!!!!!!!!!! And a happy dance!
    Lnwlf, Jan 16, 2012
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  9. Nathanb1 Brig. General, Mod

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    Atta girl! I had no doubt you'd overcome this. You're not all the way yet, but those first steps are mighty important. Congrats to you and your dad.....

    And as a coach, I have to add.....now you have to work even HARDER :smile:
    Nathanb1, Jan 16, 2012
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  10. bama46 Captain

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    Great progress... thsoe steps are just the beginning... soon you will be runnin! :smile:
    bama46, Jan 16, 2012
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  11. kel1985 Sergeant

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    WAY TO GO!!! Keep up the good work!!!
    kel1985, Jan 16, 2012
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  12. Union_Buff Sergeant Major

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    Way to go Hannah! Keep it up! :D
    Union_Buff, Jan 16, 2012
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  13. ole Brig. General, Mod

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    Those first steps are, indeed, the first steps. But you do have to take them. Make them worth something!
    ole, Jan 16, 2012
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  14. Karen Lips First Sergeant

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    Great news, Hannah!
    Karen Lips, Jan 16, 2012
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  15. Pvt.A.Wells Private

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    Super! Been there myself. Your doing great. It took me 1 year to get out of the wheelchair, and 6 more to not use any aids. Your already ahead of me. FANTASTIC.
    Pvt.A.Wells, Jan 16, 2012
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  16. jenkingish Corporal

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    Congratulations, dear! Keep up with the excercises and you'll do fine! Very excited for you, Yaaaayyyy!!
    jenkingish, Jan 16, 2012
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  17. johan_steele Retired Mod; Still CoTM

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    Congrats! I can speak from experiance that it is indeed a great feeling, you have a LOT of work ahead of you but it's worth it. When the PT people tell you not to overdo it... listen. I didn't and paid a stiff price in pain.
    johan_steele, Jan 16, 2012
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  18. Nathanb1 Brig. General, Mod

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    I agree with Shane (been there, done that).....do exactly what they tell you. They know what they're talking about.
    Nathanb1, Jan 16, 2012
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  19. unionblue Lt. Colonel

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    Hannah,

    I am so proud of you! Great news and a superb effort on your part. Now remember, slow and steady wins the race, and its good to know you are now officially out of the starting gate. Pace yourself, and you will improve every day.

    Again, I am so proud of what you have accomplished!

    Sincerely,
    Unionblue
    unionblue, Jan 16, 2012
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  20. donna 2nd Lieutenant

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    I am so happy for you Hannah. Keep at it.
    donna, Jan 17, 2012
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  21. LT.J.H.McDaniel First Sergeant

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    Congrats!!! Great news!!!
    LT.J.H.McDaniel, Jan 17, 2012
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