SpiritOfLife

SpiritOfLife
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Member since: Jun 23 2010, 4:08 PM EDT
Slogan: Life does not end at the time of the injury. New Life begins.
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Compliments: None

Hello, my name is [SpiritOfLife]!
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MY VITALS

Insert your profile picture here!Occupation: retired LPN supervisor due to TBI
Home town: Louisville KY
Location: USA Southern Indiana
Astrological sign: Taurus



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MORE ABOUT ME...

I joined this wiki because: I love learning more about TBI. Get news, advice, pick me ups and sometimes a good kick in the backside. I have found that others who share can change the world.

The best word to describe me is:

Interests: advocacy, TBI, Epilepsy, service dogs, animals, VNS (vagus nerve stimulator), reading, chatting, making friends, sharing my experiences, what has helped me and what has not, learning from other TBI survivors, Medical personnel, and supporters.

Favorite movies:

Favorite TV shows:

 My hero(es): Doris Day (she sustained a TBI), my nurse practioner and neurologist that has stood by me through the ordeal and keeps me shooting for the moon.

My superpower is: compensation, the ability to find different ways to do things that people say I cannot do

If I could live anywhere, it would be: With that special someone. I am divorced right now living in an assitive living even though I am completely independent. The doctors all say I can live alone in the real world with the correct help but others do not agree.

My dream job(s): Teaching especially in the areas of basics in nursing, TBI, Epilepsy, disability. Plus my all time dream is to be an RN teaching or working in the ER or surgery. Dreams may not come true but they are great to lift you up.

What else you should know about me: I am a survivor since 1993 due to domestic violence. I lost everything in the world but I gained so much after the injury. I have found an inner strength that I did not know I had. I love to go to the conferences and meet others. I am also a member of Partners in Policymaking. I have been blessed with 2 wonderful seizure alert dogs. Guys I miss you but we will be together once again. Life does not end at the time of the injury. New Life begins.
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SAY HELLO!
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Latest page update: Jun 23 2010, 4:33 PM EDT

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VitoloRossini My compliments 0 May 14 2011, 2:41 PM EDT by VitoloRossini
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My compliments to you, for your contributions to this site! People will only come and offer contributions in the form of photos, and thoughts, if there are those that also give them things to think about. Good job, Spirit!
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SpiritOfLife families inability to accept me 1 Jul 3 2010, 11:50 AM EDT by VitoloRossini
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I do not know if anyone else has experienced this: My family has completely disowned me. My Mom is in serious condition. My brother let me know through facebook. They live in the same state and area that I do. They are only about 45 minutes away but they did not think they could handle me and my Mom. It tore me up. I actually went into a psychological crisis. She had been in for at least 3 days before they wrote me on facebook.

They have done this several times since my injury. My uncle who I was very close to was dying of cancer. They all went to say goodbye before he died. They never let me know. I later found out after the funeral that he was asking for me. I did not get the chance to say goodbye and that still sticks in my mind to this day.

I know they are thinking they are helping everyone. To me I do not have a family. They are tearing me up inside. They never have me over for any family get togethers. They are afraid I am too disabled when in reality the doctors say I am doing excellent and can do very well. I am completely independent except for transportation.
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VitoloRossini Doris Day 0 Jul 3 2010, 11:42 AM EDT by VitoloRossini
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Love her! Seen every movie she made.
I am glad you're here!
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VitoloRossini Welcome! 0 Jun 24 2010, 5:01 AM EDT by VitoloRossini
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I am sure glad you're here! Check your perms- you are a writer, and can manipulate and contribute as you like!
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