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Old 04-08-2013, 03:28 PM
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I am thankful for this thread! It's always important for me to remember to have a sense of gratitude and thanks rather than dwell on things that are troubling to me.

First and foremost, I’m thankful to be alive. When I was first admitted to the hospital after my accident, that wasn’t considered the most likely outcome. A special shout out of thanks to neurosurgeon Steve Chang MD, who performed the lifesaving craniotomy the night of my accident.

I’m grateful for my wife, who was (and is) a rock of support. She was my caregiver when I couldn’t care for myself. The list of family, friends and co-workers who shared love and prayer is too long to list but you know who you are and I am grateful to you all. I’m thankful for my little therapy pug Keona.

Best to you all. I'm thankful for all of you who continue to share your experience, strength and hope.

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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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