For ever so long i have had the Term "Locked In Syndrome" in my head and wanted to write about it.  "Locked In Syndrome" is Horrific. 

see wiki definitions

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Locked-In_syndrome

Locked-in syndrome results in quadriplegia and inability to speak in otherwise cognitively-intact individuals. Those with locked-in syndrome may be able to communicate with others by coding messages by blinking or moving their eyes, which are often not affected by the paralysis.

Patients who have locked-in syndrome are conscious and aware with no loss of cognitive function. They can sometimes retain proprioception and sensation throughout their body. Some patients may have the ability to move certain facial muscles, most often some or all of the extraocular eye muscles.


I I jhave felt "Locked-in and Trapped" in my head and heart for so long.. seeming unable to get passed my varied past... my neediness/my pain.I have lost so many jobs.  I am often despondent.  I currently deliver the newspapers 3 days a week to several hundred homes.(takes 8 hrs or so).. but i needed to do a Reality Check... I AM NOT LOCKED IN!  I DO HAVE ABILITIES>>> I DO HAVE RIGHTS>>> I DO HAVE GIFTS I CAN USE.

i can lift my arms to carry the papers/push the cart, touch a loved one.  I can Lift up my arms in Praise to God...
I can walk/run... for hours... Many people can't even walk!
i can drive
i can worship my God in Freedome and Truth with out Fear of persecution

I can make a wage... albeit a small one.

I AM NOT LOCKED IN... (even though i feel it so much_)

I AM ABLE to do SO MUCH

Remember to be Grateful!

ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE

jodyB

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