Monthly Archives: February 2013

THE GARAGE – My House

Posted on February 15, 2013 by Climbing Downhill

I sure liked my house, but my house wasn’t loving me back. Something had to be done. With my physical abilities decreasing, the entrances, hallways and doorways were becoming obstacles for me; and certainly wouldn’t be workable long-term. My husband … Continue reading →

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Transferring Movies from Video Tape to Computer

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Climbing Downhill

Another way to use my excess of time…. Technology creates an ever-present changing world.  Advances in electronics result in faster and better quality forms of recording history and entertainment, but leaves in its wake piles of useless machinery and the need … Continue reading →

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Poem – Window Pain

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Climbing Downhill

WINDOW PAIN From my window I see them. They walk.  They talk. They come.  They go. Some do not know That I used to do What they do. And the rest likely won’t remember. A leg that used to help … Continue reading →

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Scanning Pictures to the Computer

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Climbing Downhill

Faced with plenty of time on my hands, I seek out productive things to do. I’d always been aware that we could be victims of fire or flood.  You hear stories of people who lose their family photos and heirlooms.  That … Continue reading →

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REARVIEW MIRROR – Reflections

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Climbing Downhill

Having a progressive illness, there are constant reminders that life is, and will continue to be, changing and increasingly challenging.  Physical abilities wane and, as they do, so does comfort and peace of mind. I’m 53 years old but really, … Continue reading →

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SPARE TIRES – Wheelin’ and Dealin’

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Climbing Downhill

The hurdle of using a wheelchair is a big step emotionally, but when the obstacles can (and sometimes must) be overcome, wheelchairs can help to maintain or bring back a portion of independence. Our local classifieds are full of listings for … Continue reading →

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Exercise – Foot Cycle

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Climbing Downhill

  I’ve had an interesting variety of physical therapy from sports therapists who know nothing about MS and created fear, to an expert on MS that did wonders for me. I’ve used much of the advice that was given to … Continue reading →

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SPARE TIRES – Scootin’ Along

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Climbing Downhill

Scooters are my preferred wheels and I’m so grateful for the one I have. I do have a wheelchair procured through insurance, but it’s my scooter I use the most. I like having the controls in front of me. I … Continue reading →

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SPARE TIRES – You Walker, You Brought Her

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Climbing Downhill

A friend from college days used to twist any word ending in “er” into a sentence like the one above. Why it’s still funny I don’t know, except that I can still see his silly grin in my head after … Continue reading →

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SPARE TIRES – Before You Buy Wheels

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Climbing Downhill

My Story: When walking began to be difficult and getting around was limited, I got a prescription for an electric scooter from my doctor and my insurance company sent a representative. Mistake 1: I put complete trust in the representative … Continue reading →

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