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When my husband and I set out to find and take pictures of wheelchair accessible waterfalls in every U.S. state, we were excited about the challenge. We gave ourselves no time limit to accomplish our feat; however, we had one mutually agreed upon rule that dictated how long we would stay in any given area. That rule was to never shiver again. Needless to say, adhering to this rule presented a new challenge. The new challenge was to find a waterfall that was actually flowing. Visiting mid-west and eastern states during months that prevented us from shivering are the same months that are hot enough to dry up streams; hence, little or no water flow for waterfalls. The natural scenery and picturesque landscapes warrant a second visit in the early spring right after the snow melts.

Bob and Jan

Bob and Jan
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009

I missed a post...

Too scared to stand? (11/16/09)

Oh dear...I forgot to post yesterday's blog. Here is yesterday's, and then today's follows. Sorry everyone who follows me everyday.


Bob said he doesn't have enough confidence in himself to stand. He said he's scared. Even though he wants to stand in the worst way, he is aware of how weak he is and is fearful of standing. With time though, he'll stand.

Mentally, he was right on target today. Bob knew where I grew up (PA). He knew where we met (online in an alanon chat room). He was actually in Roseburg, OR.

Thanks to those who sent me more trivia. I'm sorry; I forgot my cheat sheets on my home printer. I'll ask Bob tomorrow what the symbols are for the months in commodity language, and where he went to boot camp and clinical training in the Army. Send more trivia, if you have it.

Thanks. I'm learning new things too.


What day is it? (Tuesday, 11/17/09)

As I sat down to type this blog, it took me a good minute to figure out what day it was. I had to do a quick "run-through" of my past two days to finally come up with that it was Monday, no it's Tuesday, no, it's not Tuesday because yesterday was Sunday, no...what the h*** day is it? Now, I know what Bob feels like, and the OT wants him to know the day immediately after being asked. Many times, Bob says, "I need my computer. I'll look it up there." Good answer!


Bob was worked hard this morning by the CNA, Shannon. She'll get Bob strong. She's nice, but she's a Nazi. I like her. She's just like me.


The trivia of the day dealt with commodity lingo. He knew it all, no problem. Other trivia focused on his Army days and where he did different trainings. It was the name thing again that "tripped" him up. He didn't know the location unless I said the first syllable or first letter, then, he knew the place right away.


A PRAYER FOR TODAY

"Father God, today I choose to give You thanks. Thank You for loving me. Thank You for setting me free. Thank You for the gift of Your Son, Jesus! I know You have a good plan for me. Thank You for leading and guiding me and for keeping me close to You all the days of my life. In Jesus' Name. Amen."


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