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667078 tn?1316000935

OT Back to Pre MS Diagnosis Activity

I am back. I am doing an Art Show in April. I am trying to paint 50 paintings to sell. This is the first real effort in art since 2007. I am also back as a MS activist. I have a big meeting Friday morning. I am also speaking to different groups about living with cancer. I rode Clara twice last week it was great. I feel like I truly have my life back.

The best part of all is I am depression free for the first time in years. I guess the Mindfulness, Reiki, writing to heal, and Yoga are doing this girl some good.

For those who don't know me when I came to the forum I was so depressed I could not stand it. I kinda thought my life was over with the MS. Then I went through Cancer last year. My life was almost over with the cancer.

Now I live with MS and Stage IIIc Ovarian Cancer and a 90% chance of Breast Cancer and I am truly happy. I get excited about what I might do today whether its painting, riding Clara, or just listening to a good book or music while I rest.

"True Contentment Comes From Playing the Hand You Are Dealt". Bill Wilson
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739070 tn?1338603402
Dear Alex,
What GREAT news to hear from you!!! I am SO happy that you are so active now and even rode Clara twice!!!

Excitied about the MS activist part as you have so much to say and share with everyone! I'm glad you  didn't have to give it up!!

The 50 paintings is an awesome goal. I know you will make it because you are Alex!

Doing the Snoopy dance again,
ren
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1168718 tn?1464983535
this is the best news Alex..... you are quite an inspiration to us all, girlfriend.... and it is always an encouragement to see your posts.

Thanks, you are a special person, my friend... !!

((HUGS))))
Candy
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667078 tn?1316000935
Thanks for your support. I am really liking painting.

Alex
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3054080 tn?1358722856
I am also very glad you've been able to ride Clara. :-D
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3054080 tn?1358722856
I am so glad for you, Alex. Your strength and perseverance, as well as determination and attitude are am inspiration and gift to us.

Hugs and blessings, Minnie
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1689801 tn?1333983316
Great to hear (read) :)!! Bill Wilson is so right and you are the best "student" for it. Enjoy, enjoy!
My best
Dagun
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Go, Alex!

Enjoy yourself, but pace yourself too. I do remember when you first came on the forum, and it does seem your life has done a complete 180. Pain and troubles are inevitable, so learning to live in the moment and getting the most possible out of life is the mark of wisdom.

I hope you sell loads of paintings.

ess
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751951 tn?1406632863
I am sure I speak for many when I say that I am very happy to read these words from you, Alex.  May God continue to bless you with all the joy you can handle!
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