Question and Answer Session 2

 Q: What has been your motto since your stroke? 

A: I would have to say, that my motto now, is consistent with what it was before my stroke: THIS TOO WILL PASS. 

It's something I have lived by since I was a young man, and it applies now, more than ever. I truly believe I will find a way to make myself better. And that my condition will pass. 

I have always had this internal dialog, especially when confronted with a bad situation. I tell myself that it is only temporary,. It helps me get through, really difficult situations. This Too Will Pass has been responsible for getting me through some tough times. 

I was recently confronted with this motto, by my oldest son John. It seems that somewhere along the line, I must have shared this with him, and not only did he remember it, but he used it as a life lesson to his young Son Jase. It warmed my heart to know that something that has served me so well throughout my life, was not only remembered but being passed on to another generation. 

It has gotten me through some times, which I would have otherwise just thrown in the towel. For as long as I can remember, I believed that relief was just around the corner if I could just hold out a little longer. Now that I'm 61 years old, I see no reason to abandon this principle.


Q: What is something you have learned about yourself since your stroke? 

A: I would have to say that I learned that I needed to humble myself and accept the help of others. In other words: I was too proud. What is it that is said? Pride goes before the fall. 

I'd have to say that this entire experience has made me grateful, not only for those who dedicate their lives, to the care of others in need. But also to those that will step up, and put their own lives on hold. 

Pride can be a dangerous thing. It can hurt you as well as those around you. I have a wife and young daughter that rely on me. That is why this BLOG was created. To maybe become a revenue source that could help me feed my family. It will always remain free. I will, however, accept the help of people I may never meet.

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