Our dog Malka has always been a mama's girl, but my illness has made her much more attentive. Lately, she can even preempt when and where I am about to roll, and if I hit the "help button" on my power chair, she sprints to my side. I was about to accept her new ESP powers and take her on the talk show circuit. Then I realized she has been learning the different tones my power chair makes when I press various commands. My wheelchair is training my dog! I am touched by her love and comforted to know that even as I lose my voice, she finds ways to connect with me.
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My name is Rachel. When I was diagnosed with ALS at age 28, I lost my teaching career, my plans to travel, and the chance to start a family with my husband. I lost my future. I almost lost hope, but being surrounded by so many people unwilling to let me go, I stepped back from the edge of despair. Now I am determine not to let a day go by without smiling, laughing, and fighting for my life. ArchivesCategories
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