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Old 07-02-2012, 12:58 PM
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I don't want material things anymore, I don't want a big house, I want to move to the mountains with my dog and live near my parents. Family means a great deal to me now.

I know God has a plan and thank God I have been sober for a long time or this would be worse. Thanks. Would love to hear from someone. Hilary .
Welcome to Neurotalk, and thank you for sharing your story with us.

I too am a TBI survivor and also a longtime friend of Bill W.

When I think back on my accident I also think about the Friedrich Nietzsche quote: "What doesn't kill us makes us stronger". It sounds like you have already made great progress simply by realizing some of the things you want and some of the things you don't. Recovery is a journey that can include surprising opportunities for growth. I sincerely hope you continue to find yours.

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What Happened: On November 29, 2010, I was walking across the street and was hit by a light rail commuter train. Result was a severe traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures (skull, pelvis, ribs). Total hospital stay was two months, one in ICU followed by an additional month in neuro-rehab. Upon hospital discharge, neurological testing revealed deficits in short term memory, executive functioning, and spatial recognition.

Today: Neuropsychological examination five months post-accident indicated a return to normal cognitive functioning, and I returned to work approximately 6 months after the accident. I am grateful to be alive and am looking forward to enjoying the rest of my life.
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