tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post7534655703126347035..comments2024-01-29T11:48:55.990-07:00Comments on Dave's ActiveMSers Blog: Failure is an OptionDave Bexfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-73537302524180836672017-03-07T09:30:05.515-07:002017-03-07T09:30:05.515-07:00Terry, fantastic that you are getting out there (a...Terry, fantastic that you are getting out there (and paying attention to your limits). And Laura, love the attitude. Don't freeze to death, though!Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-84795300699267054282017-03-07T08:37:00.028-07:002017-03-07T08:37:00.028-07:00These comments, stories, memorable phrasing, parti...These comments, stories, memorable phrasing, particularly about kayaking are making my day! Along with boatloads of coffee! I used to be a runner, and was,overally, fairly athletic. As MS progressed, and my legs turned to cement wearing the Pants of Pain--along with other MS'd stuff--my abilities depressed. Kayaking became my running, and the only place i feel graceful. Last year, and despite rather chilly conditions, i decided it was a pretty good idea to kayak. As i was zenning my way into the boat, I feel in. The water was, as it happened, more than rather chilly. However, I decided "Duck it!" and went forth, sodden up to my chest. Kayaked for a couple of hours, stopping to rest and shiver massively. This story is one of many, illustrating my Strong/Stoic/Stupid personality. Thanks for listening.Laura Ruthienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-31741235755892253702017-03-06T18:39:59.671-07:002017-03-06T18:39:59.671-07:00Love kayaking but went last summer for three hour...Love kayaking but went last summer for three hours and boy that last hour was rough. It was on a lake so no current. Used to do 6 hour trips. The only way I got out of the boat was 2 people pulled me up. Luckily they put it back on my car, and helped to strap it on. Then I proceeded to drive to a shady spot to put the AC on full blast and do all sorts of car yoga to stretch out my back, legs, feet, eyc. Took about an hour but then was able to join the potluck bbq with my kayak meetup group. Learned that while I can kayak I will have to keep it to 2 hours or less if I want to function the next day!! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07497906482042686913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-89298015638767262152016-11-23T12:21:06.517-07:002016-11-23T12:21:06.517-07:00For those looking to follow Robert's challenge...For those looking to follow Robert's challenge with the MS Hug, check out the thread in our forum: http://forums.activemsers.org/showthread.php?t=2261Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-73565233400704695312016-10-06T11:07:17.754-06:002016-10-06T11:07:17.754-06:00Great story Dave. Thanks for sharing. Not to get o...Great story Dave. Thanks for sharing. Not to get off topic BUT, about those abs you and Jane Bow mentioned. What IS up with that and lower back muscles too. After bending over for a bit I have a hard time standing up straight again. Many of the MSer’s I know have these problems. I have a terrible time with it AND I have the MS Python (hug) 24/7/365! So using my upper abs just adds to the length of the python.<br />If this is not the right place for this conversation, please let me know. I’m new to blogs.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01586832640958979448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-2594686637555848282016-09-09T13:00:55.326-06:002016-09-09T13:00:55.326-06:00Devil, having a decent upper body helps when you g...Devil, having a decent upper body helps when you get stuck in a regular bar, too. Pint curls!Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-57177675612669918232016-09-09T12:57:15.979-06:002016-09-09T12:57:15.979-06:00Great posts about kayaking! I gave enjoyed the spo...Great posts about kayaking! I gave enjoyed the sport for years. The upper body helps when you get stuck in a sand bar... sequinedevilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14498822935886065631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-72906409435582834412016-09-09T08:28:57.244-06:002016-09-09T08:28:57.244-06:00Losing Legs, you are smart to change that default ...Losing Legs, you are smart to change that default setting. It takes work, but it is so worth it.Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-4719752541710057802016-09-08T18:27:08.101-06:002016-09-08T18:27:08.101-06:00Thanks for your honesty and courage sharing your m...Thanks for your honesty and courage sharing your more challenging life adventures. I have been getting 'hit in the face' (not literally) with lots of "Wow! I used to be able to...and now I can't even do...' moments lately. My default is roll over, not battle on. I'll be re-thinking that strategy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-28863401462136034002016-09-08T17:03:22.023-06:002016-09-08T17:03:22.023-06:00Brilliant suggestions, Anon! I will also pass thes...Brilliant suggestions, Anon! I will also pass these along on our forum with links, etc. Thanks!Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-37581970100149091952016-09-08T17:00:30.347-06:002016-09-08T17:00:30.347-06:00Keep laughing, good for the core muscles:). In cas...Keep laughing, good for the core muscles:). In case you are unaware, may I suggest 2 orgs. RISE adaptive sports (Beyond Limits in NM) and HEROES on the WATER. RISE offers adaptive kayaking, hand cycling, fishing, fencing, ect. All supervised and free. HEROES is for returned Vets., but volunteer and they are happy to have you join them! Citizens provide private lakes for vets with PTSD and handicaps to kayak and fish. Both orgs allow an opportunity to make friends, be active, and feel NORMAL. We all know how important that is! I have MS,RSD/CRPS and 2016, breast cancer. Happy to report cancer free!! Takes time to find programs. I hope this helps someone. STAY ACTIVE, STAY POSITIVE. Thanks Dave AND Laura!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-41776082070257164712016-09-08T15:34:24.085-06:002016-09-08T15:34:24.085-06:00Yes, Anon, watch out for Craig. I've had the p...Yes, Anon, watch out for Craig. I've had the pleasure of breaking bread with him, and he is right to warn you. :)Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-88775640878179286042016-09-08T15:25:19.376-06:002016-09-08T15:25:19.376-06:00Anon, if you can get past the comedic aspect of it...Anon, if you can get past the comedic aspect of it, most kids start with training wheels. You might even have some stored away.<br /><br />I haven't logged in, but I'll let you know who to blame; it's cgarri which is Craig Garrison making this suggestion.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-52378097431569156442016-09-08T14:49:42.625-06:002016-09-08T14:49:42.625-06:00Anon, re: biking. You should try a trike. It's...Anon, re: biking. You should try a trike. It's made all the difference in the world.Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-77858505792731803722016-09-08T14:48:03.517-06:002016-09-08T14:48:03.517-06:00I learned to windsurf at Cochiti when I was a teen...I learned to windsurf at Cochiti when I was a teen. Have fun!Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-1264643573192690212016-09-08T14:47:50.723-06:002016-09-08T14:47:50.723-06:00I would love to know how to stay up right on a bic...I would love to know how to stay up right on a bicycle again. There was a time I only had a bicycle and my legs to get me where I needed to go. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-22248758165824500982016-09-08T14:44:20.694-06:002016-09-08T14:44:20.694-06:00I have a 2 person sit on top kayak and bought back...I have a 2 person sit on top kayak and bought backrests. I did not get sea sick. But when getting out afterwards it took a while. Funny. Not sure what to make of it. Plan on going to Cochiti tomorrow. CarolynAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-9965674459959007392016-09-02T10:50:06.946-06:002016-09-02T10:50:06.946-06:00Thanks for the laughs & encouragement, Dave. R...Thanks for the laughs & encouragement, Dave. Reminded me of the time my daughter & I tried to land our kayak below a rocky outcropping where 2 lovebirds were admiring the sunset. I proceeded to fall out, tipping said kayak & daughter, both of us laughing hysterically, adding a new dimension to the lovebirds' moment.<br /><br />2 thoughts: 1) I now listen to the voice of fear. Ignoring it can result in a fall. But letting it rule is also not an option. So I listen, then give my other voices the floor. They usually find me a way forward.<br />2) God abs suck! Dr. Terry Wahls, who has very weak abs, finds electrical stimulation helpful, among other things. She went from wheelchair to riding a bike! I find a lot of her advise helps me.<br /><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12222257444182709654noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-59895562456106335392016-09-01T09:48:48.448-06:002016-09-01T09:48:48.448-06:00Awesome, Anon, I have not been to Belize. I'm ...Awesome, Anon, I have not been to Belize. I'm so glad you didn't listen to that voice in your head!Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-59063671028299459242016-08-31T22:42:21.210-06:002016-08-31T22:42:21.210-06:00This is so random. I just got back from Belize. Sn...This is so random. I just got back from Belize. Snorkeled on day 1, canoed on day 2 (so scared of dumping over and killing all involved), snorkeled on day 3 and while it was docking, I feel over. Everyone was standing around watching the boat dock and me falling down. Duck it! I had spent the day in the sun, using muscles I hadn't used in awhile but if I had listened to that voice in my head, I never would have gone. Thanks for posting this, makes it little easier.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-57900595238055735292016-08-31T12:51:24.703-06:002016-08-31T12:51:24.703-06:00Bette, late night comedy? That sounds like either ...Bette, late night comedy? That sounds like either nudity or profanity are involved. Come to think of it, that's probably about right for me!Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-11733685492070564952016-08-31T12:48:10.054-06:002016-08-31T12:48:10.054-06:00I love kayaking!! Its the one sport I can do that ...I love kayaking!! Its the one sport I can do that I can forget about my MS for a bit while I'm on the water. Of course getting in and out would make a great video worthy of late night comedy television. I take my fly fishing pole with me and have a good back support and a good husband who hauls me in and out of the kayak.Bette Coffeynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-67925791628022667312016-08-31T12:01:19.769-06:002016-08-31T12:01:19.769-06:00Right!!!! I think the confusing the left/right th...Right!!!! I think the confusing the left/right thing was part of the problem!Yvonnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06304463986247875388noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-6393926623020825462016-08-31T11:53:32.445-06:002016-08-31T11:53:32.445-06:00Yvonne, good to know I can count on you to take ou...Yvonne, good to know I can count on you to take out other boats, swimmers, and who knows what else. You should always lead to clear the way!Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-82766470072425885002016-08-31T11:47:01.248-06:002016-08-31T11:47:01.248-06:00Love this one and love kayaking. But I do the bla...Love this one and love kayaking. But I do the bladder check and use a sit in kayak so I have back support. I can get in and out but it ain't pretty. Here's the weird MS thing that goes on with me when kayaking- each time I do it, my paddling gets worse and worse as to control of the boat. What the heck is up with that??? You'd think it would get better, but no. Last I did it I did make it back to the shore on what was a quiet, calm, little lake but not without first crashing into a moored sailboat and passing annoyed swimmers quickly doggie paddling out of my way. Too weird. But I loved this post and loved that you got your inspiration from Meg. Hi to Laura!Yvonnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06304463986247875388noreply@blogger.com