Another year has passed. 2009 had it’s shares of ups and downs.
Throughout the year I lost a lot due to these tumors associated with NF2. I’m not sure if any of my abilities such as my balance and coordination will ever come back. But, I hope so.
I did meet my goal for 2009 of losing 50 pounds. My diet isn’t for everyone, but it works for me when nothing else has. Or maybe it’s all a matter of self-control. You have to be able to resist the food you have come to love and that everyone around you is still eating and offering you.
This year I have two goals. One is to read t he entire Bible is braille. This will probably take a year in itself. Also, the other goal is to stop biting my finger nails. This may sound easy. Just don’t do it. But, to me, it’s not that simple. I am going to try really hard to force myself to stop though.
It’s a new day. It’s a new year. I pray that 2010 is better to me than 2009 was, and that each and every one of you have a fantastic year as well.
by joanne, on 01.03.10 @ 6:11 am
nail-biting … Ugh, I have to break that one too. It’s really difficult, and i often wonder how on Earth people manage to stop it. Happy New Year to you and yours too.
by Jamie, on 01.05.10 @ 5:40 pm
Happy New Year and Happy Birthday, Holly! I pray and think for u often. Best surgery wishes next week! Love and hugs, Jamie
by Charleen Griffin, on 01.06.10 @ 1:12 pm
Holly,
I wish you all the best on your surgery. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers as i have been. You truly are a courageous young lady! Your in GREAT hands.
Good Luck,
Charleen (Nf2 Crewbie)
by Kara Golden, on 01.07.10 @ 2:31 am
Holly, my suggestion to you on the nail biting is to imagine that u are not just biting nails, but germs as well. We all know that we use our hands to touch and feel everything, so all the germs that you pick up from touching everyhting is now on your hands. Biting your fingernails is like chewing on a cesspool of germs. This is the way that I stopped biting my nails when i was younger. Just thinking about putting my nails in my mouth is gross. So I hope this helps you out and maybe once you quit biting your nails they will grow out to be long like mine. You know how long mine are so just think about those germs you’re putting in your mouth. YUCK!! Honey I know you can do it….you have already done so much. Remember never give up hope! I love you