Progress on the home front
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Comment from Wendy G
Hi Jesse, with your determined attitude and perseverance, I am sure you will succeed in the not-too-distant future. Just take it steady though, and build up your strength - you don't want to fall. Best wishes. Hopefully you'll be walking and out and about SOON!
Wendy
reply by the author on 13-Dec-2022
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Hi Jesse, with your determined attitude and perseverance, I am sure you will succeed in the not-too-distant future. Just take it steady though, and build up your strength - you don't want to fall. Best wishes. Hopefully you'll be walking and out and about SOON!
Wendy
Comment Written 12-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 13-Dec-2022
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Hello Wendy. You are certainly right I do not want to fall! I only know I won't, by taking it slow and steady as you advise.
Thanks for your good wishes and encouraging words. I wish you all the best, my friend!
Jesse
Comment from Bill Schott
This story, Progress on the Homefront, is a neat update that allows us to share the sometimes aggravatingly long process of progress from where you are now to where you want to be.
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This story, Progress on the Homefront, is a neat update that allows us to share the sometimes aggravatingly long process of progress from where you are now to where you want to be.
Comment Written 12-Dec-2022
Comment from jessizero
Congratulations on your progress! I will continue to cheer for you and pray for your recovery. Thank you for sharing this with the rest of us, and continuing best wishes to you.
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Congratulations on your progress! I will continue to cheer for you and pray for your recovery. Thank you for sharing this with the rest of us, and continuing best wishes to you.
Comment Written 12-Dec-2022
Comment from Ulla
Oh, but Jesse, you have come a long way. But how good it is that you have such a long term goal and the with such determination. You will be getting there. I believe in you. Blessings, Ulla:)))
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Oh, but Jesse, you have come a long way. But how good it is that you have such a long term goal and the with such determination. You will be getting there. I believe in you. Blessings, Ulla:)))
Comment Written 12-Dec-2022
Comment from karenina
As an official member of "Team Jesse" I smiles as I read this. My friend, if I were a betting woman, I would NOT bet against you! Your progress seems phenomenal in a relatively short time. Your goals seem well thought out and each "baby step" will be a victory along the way. LOVE your final line here:
"Anything that comes my way I will continue to face, and I will do it in style."
Absolutely the Jesse I've come to know!
Eyes on the prize!
Karenina
reply by the author on 13-Dec-2022
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As an official member of "Team Jesse" I smiles as I read this. My friend, if I were a betting woman, I would NOT bet against you! Your progress seems phenomenal in a relatively short time. Your goals seem well thought out and each "baby step" will be a victory along the way. LOVE your final line here:
"Anything that comes my way I will continue to face, and I will do it in style."
Absolutely the Jesse I've come to know!
Eyes on the prize!
Karenina
Comment Written 12-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 13-Dec-2022
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Yes, my friend, you are definitely on Team Jesse! I thank you for choosing the line that speaks to you the most. I know your belief in me has helped pull me through and it won't be long before I will be walking and running as fast as I can!
Keep my eyes on the prize!
Thanks for your kindness and caring.
Jesse
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Always, Jesse! Press on with spirit and determination!
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I will, Karenina, and with bells on!
Thanks for all of your support!
Jesse
Comment from Jim Wile
It's wonderful to hear that you are working for and achieving your goals, Jesse. Your writing has certainly not suffered through your ordeal. Keep us updated on your progress through your writing.
reply by the author on 12-Dec-2022
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It's wonderful to hear that you are working for and achieving your goals, Jesse. Your writing has certainly not suffered through your ordeal. Keep us updated on your progress through your writing.
Comment Written 12-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 12-Dec-2022
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Thanks, Jim for this complimentary review. Not only do you encourage me to walk but to write my progress as well.
I will keep you posted on my progress.
Jesse
Comment from Michele Harber
Wow, Jesse! You should start a new career as a motivational speaker! Your optimism is contagious and uplifting. Just the words "I was using a walker with four wheels to go up and down the hallway" were so exciting. That's way more than you could do when we first "met." As you've said, you can't run before you can walk, but now you can walk. And if it's with assistance, so what? It's still something you couldn't do before, and progress is progress. I'm so happy for you, and love that you're letting all of us take this journey with you every step of the way. How gratifying that there are now real steps, and not just metaphoric ones. Congratulations!!!!!!!
reply by the author on 12-Dec-2022
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Wow, Jesse! You should start a new career as a motivational speaker! Your optimism is contagious and uplifting. Just the words "I was using a walker with four wheels to go up and down the hallway" were so exciting. That's way more than you could do when we first "met." As you've said, you can't run before you can walk, but now you can walk. And if it's with assistance, so what? It's still something you couldn't do before, and progress is progress. I'm so happy for you, and love that you're letting all of us take this journey with you every step of the way. How gratifying that there are now real steps, and not just metaphoric ones. Congratulations!!!!!!!
Comment Written 12-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 12-Dec-2022
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Hello Michele! I am thrilled to have you tell me I would make a great motivational speaker! I only know that you motivate me as you encourage me to go for it!
Thanks for the wonderful review and for the compliment of a lifetime!
Have a lovely week!
Jesse
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You're so welcome, Jesse. You've been through more than most anyone I know, and yet you have the most positive attitude I've ever seen! If you were able to relay to other people how you keep that positivity, you'd be such an in-demand speaker. Staying positive while enduring physical or emotional hardship is a talent and a skill. There are so many uses for that but, right off the bat, I think you'd do wonders with suicide prevention groups. People need to know how to find the good in their lives amidst the bad, and I couldn't think of a better teacher.
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Thank you, Michele. Your morale boosts are what keep me going. I hope you are always in my life to offer me the love and care you give so freely.
Jesse
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You couldn't get rid of me if you tried!!!
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Ha ha, thanks! You are the most amazing person I promise I will never ever try to get rid of you!
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FRIENDS FOR LIFE!!!!!
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Agreed!
Comment from Sally Law
Jesse, stay with it! You are doing great. These things take time. I had hurt my left arm very badly in a fall. It hurt to pick up a cup of coffee or put on a sweater. My husband had to dress me for months. After surgery and a year of physical therapy every day, I have regained full use of my arm. I'm glad to hear you have two physical therapists that are on your team. I await the good report. Sending you my best today as always,
Sally :))
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Jesse, stay with it! You are doing great. These things take time. I had hurt my left arm very badly in a fall. It hurt to pick up a cup of coffee or put on a sweater. My husband had to dress me for months. After surgery and a year of physical therapy every day, I have regained full use of my arm. I'm glad to hear you have two physical therapists that are on your team. I await the good report. Sending you my best today as always,
Sally :))
Comment Written 11-Dec-2022
Comment from nomi338
Those of us who know you and support you are pulling for your success. I myself have my fair share of challenges when it comes to walking. I am not injured, I am just at age 79, overweight, out of shape and reluctant to do the work to get back in shape or a semblance of what passes as in shape.
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Those of us who know you and support you are pulling for your success. I myself have my fair share of challenges when it comes to walking. I am not injured, I am just at age 79, overweight, out of shape and reluctant to do the work to get back in shape or a semblance of what passes as in shape.
Comment Written 11-Dec-2022
Comment from Heather Knight
You're an inspiration, Jesse. I haven't known you for long, but I feel lucky to count you among my FS friends.
Not giving up, that's what matters. I always love reading about your progress. Your impatience is understandable, but I'm sure you'll make it.
Keep us posted.
reply by the author on 12-Dec-2022
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You're an inspiration, Jesse. I haven't known you for long, but I feel lucky to count you among my FS friends.
Not giving up, that's what matters. I always love reading about your progress. Your impatience is understandable, but I'm sure you'll make it.
Keep us posted.
Comment Written 11-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 12-Dec-2022
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Thank you, Maria, for this inspiring review. I consider myself lucky to be your FS friend as well. Thanks for the extra star and for understanding how difficult it is to walk again after several years in a wheelchair.
Jesse