My Everest … the Journey Continues
I am about to make some changes to my rehabilitation routine after spending a little over 12 months as an outpatient at the Epworth hospital rehabilitation centre. I am about to leave them to spend some more time making the physical abilities that I have developed to be more functional. My main aim over the next few months will be to see if I can drive. I am dreaming of being able to walk out of my front door, get myself in the car, put my seatbelt on and drive somewhere. Once I’m there, I will need to be able to take the seatbelt off, get out of the car and walk to my destination.
To celebrate what I have achieved during my time at the Epworth Hospital I have put a video together. Many people have assisted me get to this point, so I hope this video shows what they have helped me to achieve.
Enjoy,
Mike.
August 14th, 2010 on 12:47 pm
My love, I wept all the way through it. Dad and I wish you so much success in your next endeavour that I know you have been working towards and visualising the means of achieving. Go Mike! Looking forward to Ash’s special day (or should I say mine?)
Love
Mum
August 14th, 2010 on 1:31 pm
Dear Mike and all your supporters
Wow, we’re speechless with admiration. What courage!
Love Lib and Tom
August 14th, 2010 on 2:00 pm
words cannot express my admiration for your determination and the never ending strength you apply as you tackle each and every day. Travel well young man. love to you all
August 14th, 2010 on 6:09 pm
Dear Mike, I don’t know much about computers but somehow I was able to see your site, I was so proud of you. Your strength and courage is so you. Yes I cried too. I pray your journey becomes a little easier with each step you take. Uncle Ross and I admire you for all that you are and continue to be.
love auntie Bev.
August 14th, 2010 on 8:42 pm
Mike,
You amaze me, inspire me and help me to inspire others – I cried too,like your Mum, but in admiration for what you have achieved against the odds – Go Mike you are providing hope for the future for so many.
August 15th, 2010 on 7:08 pm
WOW, I can’t believe how far you have come! I sat watching speachless, my heart beating in my throat,to scared to breath, I was memorised by your positive energy. I dared not blink as I wanted to share every step with you. LOL…Just as well I am sitting on the otherside of this computer screen as I was not ready for you to come back down.(I was sobbing too…)
Congratulations and I have no doubt that you will be walking to your car, driving and even pushing one of those crazy shopping trolleys.
Happiness doesn’t depend upon what you are or what you have; you have taught me, it depends soley upon what you think.
Lots of love and best wishes coming to you all xx
August 16th, 2010 on 6:30 am
What an inspiring video. The progress you have made is just truly amazing Mike. We have not doubt whatsoever that you will make Everest.
Love
Jen and Alex xx
September 1st, 2010 on 9:17 pm
Finally got to the video Mike, glad i made the catch in such a public forum!!
Just wanted to say it has been a pleasure working with you over the last 12 months and wish you the very best for this next chapter of your rehabilitation. I have no doubt that with the intelligence, effort and determination you apply to your rehab that you will continue to improve.
See you bayside!
Sean
September 6th, 2010 on 2:47 pm
Well Mike – what can I say!!!!!!!!!!!
Watching that video I was in awe.
Your Dad mentioned to me a couple of weeks ago your update and i was slow in getting to see it.
I will take your courage away with me – no Everest is too high. Keep going and go those Swannies.
September 12th, 2010 on 7:29 pm
Highly impressed by the progress you made and the courage you show to achieve.
Do go on !
September 19th, 2010 on 11:24 am
Mike, I’m speechless. Unbelievable effort mate. Looking forward to seeing you take a drive next!
October 7th, 2010 on 2:44 am
Just been watching the parasport competitors at the Commonwealth Games and I thought of your efforts and all your achievements to date. Well done to you (and your family) and I wouldn’t be too surprised to see you at the Games in the future!
October 16th, 2010 on 4:35 pm
Am lost for words – keep on trying on Mike
October 30th, 2010 on 7:06 am
Wow Mike, I hardly know what to say! Absolutely inspirational. I can only imagine the hard work you have put in to get to this point. I hope good things keep coming your way!
Kellie : )
December 8th, 2010 on 12:49 pm
Mate
What an inspiration
I have a presentation in a few days about overcoming adversity…what would I know I ask myself?…Well I know what I see you do….and you inspire
You will achieve your goals
Nathon Irvin
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