Prosthetic update!!!

GinaG1026
GinaG1026 Posts: 21
edited November 13 in Motivation and Support
so as I have blogged before... I was born missing both of my legs above the knee and a fused hip -- so I have mainly used a wheelchair most of my life -- I am currently in the process of getting new high tech prosthetics made so that I can not only live a healthy life... But walk down the isle for my wedding in October!!! This past month I have been working super hard in physical therapy to stretch my hips out so that my walking stride was possible and I am down about 21 pounds -- proud to say I stood up for the first time today!!!!!

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  • GinaG1026
    GinaG1026 Posts: 21
    And even though I was dripping sweat even before standing, and I could only walk for a bit - it was a huge accomplishment for me!!!! I can't wait to continue on this journey to a healthier and happier me !! Trust me if I can do this than anyone can reach their goals!!!
  • Sandcastles61
    Sandcastles61 Posts: 506 Member
    Your post brought tears of joy to my eyes <3 So very proud of you and thrilled for your accomplishments..... OUTSTANDING :D (no pun intended LOL! ) You are totally going to walk down that aisle!!!!!!
  • queenliz99
    queenliz99 Posts: 15,317 Member
    Thanks for sharing!! Very inspiring post :)
  • GinaG1026
    GinaG1026 Posts: 21
    Aww thank you so much!!!! I really hope I can do it!!! I just have to remain patient it was a little overwhelming with how tired I got today by only taking a few steps but everyone has to start somewhere I suppose !!! Thanks so much for the support!!!
  • Tubbs216
    Tubbs216 Posts: 6,597 Member
    How wonderful! Congratulations on your forthcoming wedding too!
  • Liftng4Lis
    Liftng4Lis Posts: 15,151 Member
    Wow, excellent work! Congratulations!
  • ShellyBell999
    ShellyBell999 Posts: 1,482 Member
    You're going to be such a beautiful Bride :flowerforyou:
  • GinaG1026
    GinaG1026 Posts: 21
    Aww thank you everyone so much!!!!! I truly appreciate it!!!
  • NextPage
    NextPage Posts: 609 Member
    Congratulations on the upcoming wedding and all your hard work to walk down the aisle. Just remember that it is not just about the day but the rest of your wonderful life together. Wish you both all the best life has to offer.
  • keeponlaughing
    keeponlaughing Posts: 41 Member
    Wow! You are inspiring. Congratulations:)
  • UrnAsh_
    UrnAsh_ Posts: 242 Member
    Awe, this is great to see!
  • jennifershoo
    jennifershoo Posts: 3,198 Member
    Congratulations! B)<3 Inspiring!
  • apple173
    apple173 Posts: 140 Member
    Congratulations. I am very excited for you.
  • imfrankie1
    imfrankie1 Posts: 1 Member
    You are such an inspiration! I've been looking for a kick in the rear to get my weightloss going and reading your post really helped me. Thank you so very much ❤ Good luck with the rest of your journey and congratulations
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