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Posted 2015-02-23T14:10:02Z

TBI Patient and Communication

Attempting to communicate with a TBI patient can be like talking to a foreigner who speaks no English.  A simple statement that should only take fifteen minutes takes much longer, with numerous repetitions, and can sometimes even last the whole day long.   A once congenial conversationalist can still be intelligent and talk to you, and carry on many every day tasks, but not on the same level once enjoyed.[...]

Posted 2015-02-19T03:49:55Z

Recent Happenings As of Today in 2015

I had an appointment today with my Physiatrist.  Sadly, she is leaving.  I am upset by this greatly.  She came into my life when I needed her most - when I desperately needed to trust someone with my body who knew what they were doing and actually LISTENED to me about what I KNEW about MY body too.  I do not feel the need has yet passed....yet her life's journey continues.  This has been a tough day and will be a difficult transition.  I put my brave and supportive face on while I fell apart inside.  This is childish I tell myself......Why does it feel like so much loss?[...]

Posted 2015-02-05T15:52:00Z

Inquiring Minds Want To Know

I am asked a myriad of questions that I don't know how to answer, as there are so many possible ways to answer.  However, I will do the best I can.  So now when people ask me things I give them a general answer or refer them to this blog.....This blog tells more in its pages than I could in a decently held conversation.  Just start from the oldest (or first blog) and work your way to the present bloggings....if you want to kinow that much.[...]