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October 23, 2007, 3:13 pm PDT
10/23 Tuesdays with Morrie
Quote From: cartilagecrownThis book is not all that people say it is. Yeah, death is around, and it sucks when it happens.
He just spent time around an old guy. Old people talk about death a lot because for them, it's most likely going to happen to them sooner. Just because a guy was around to hear the old guy talking about death doesn't mean it's more significant.
It reminds us to enjoy life- a simple message that comes around often. Having ALS myself at 45 I can attest to the fact that this disease is a 'learning lesson' for those living with it and those who love us. This disease slowly takes away our independence and if we let it ; our dignity. I have been wheelchairbound for 7 years now, unable to do even the smallest of tasks-brush my teeth, or hair or even feed myself. I chose to use this as a learning experience not only for myself but for my children and others I come in contact with.
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