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Broadwaybabyto's avatar

I’m so sorry it is taking so much energy from you … I really hope the shop can make the necessary adjustments.

I completely understand feeling cross and jealous. I found myself jealous of someone shoveling snow the other day! Not because I want to shovel snow… but I want to leave my bed damn it! I want to be able to do more. seeing people do things so effortlessly makes me remember just how much effort it takes to make my body do anything.

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Rebecca Holden's avatar

Awwww, sending strength, Tamsin. I'm so sorry that you're going through this.

I can't remember if I've shared this with you, but we went camping (in our lovely van) for my 50th birthday in November with a view to visit a gorgeous arboretum. 'I don't know how you'll feel about this', said my husband, 'but I've booked you a 2-hour slot with one of their scooters'.

I was absolutely thrilled! I'm in a process of a medical ruling-out exercise, but for three quarters of a year now I've been suffering with fatigue as well as losing strength and now mobility, and we have to be mindful when arranging things to do that I will be able to get around. It was soooo liberating to be able to go at the speed I used to walk at, and to access all of the paths that I would have chosen to follow had I not had the scooter.

I have literally no idea how I'd cope with choosing one of my own, ever, for everyday use. I'm disappointed for your experience so far, and sending so very many hugs.

Those moors will be there for you, and are looking forward to seeing you. xxx

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