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Old 04-22-2013, 11:24 AM
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Originally Posted by MsRriO View Post

I pray I never forget the lessons this has taught me. I no longer miss the "old" me, as I believe this new me is actually improved.

I thought Sunday was a great day to share a bright side post. What are your bright side moments?

Thanks for the thread. I have so many bright sides it's difficult to capature them all. Just a few:

I realize that life is a gift to be cherished, it can be gone in an instant.
I learned it's OK to allow others to care for and take care of me; I don't always have to be in charge. My wife has grown stronger from her time as my caregiver, as have I.
People are capable of more love and compassion than I used to realize.
It's OK to be quiet, to sit and be alone for awhile.



"That which does not kill us makes us stronger" Friedrich Nietzsche
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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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