Comments on: They Said She Couldn’t…She Did It Anyway

By: Jose@Quad Pushchairs

Jose@Quad Pushchairs — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:16:03 +0000

Kudos to your sister. I wish we all were so strong as her. But then stories like these inspire us and motivate us to be strong in life. It’s more like attitude towards life. No matter what people think or say, just believe in yourself and you will succeed. Happy motherhood to your Sis! God Bless!

By: jan

jan — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:10:08 +0000

Anne Marie,
What a beautiful story and wonderful way to start my day (little late getting here, but glad I did). Your sister’s courage is very inspiring, as is your belief in her. What a blessed pair you are. And just think of all the people who you two will come across in your lives who will be positively affected by your attitudes, choices, faith…Enjoy the love.

By: Jannie Funstering

Jannie Funstering — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 03:45:13 +0000

I really don’t know much about spina bifida, but I can tell this is one special determined lady.

This was so beautifully told by a sensitive and loving sister. I like the reminder of owning up for our selves. Happiness does seem to go hand in hand with personal responsibility.
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By: Peggy

Peggy — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:31:27 +0000

If ever a blog post needed a standing ovation, this one is it.

Thank you, Ann Marie, for sharing your beautiful sister with us!
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By: Patricia

Patricia — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 04:36:00 +0000

Ann-Marie a very inspiring post and a good one for me to read tonight. My best friend when growing up had SB and she never let it hold her back. We did lots of child care jobs together and that was fun and helpful for children not to be afraid.
Patsy died at age 34 – she would have loved to have a husband and a baby she was so determined and inspired, but she was happy with herself.

My oldest daughter's best friend was a poet with Cerebral Palsy and at 30 they still keep in touch via the internet….She owns a graphics arts business and does most of the menu's in town for the restaurants so we see her work often.

It is so wonderful to be the best you can be and live your fullest life….
Thank you for sharing your story with Tess and with us all here on her spot.

By: Keith

Keith — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:08:37 +0000

Hi Ann-Marie & Tess!

WOW! I love this story! What a wonderful example of achieving and overcoming in the face of opposition! Your sister's attitude and inner strength is an example for us all to follow. Reading her story inspires me to not give in to my own fears or the limiting beliefs others try to put on me. I read this story twice! My heart feels encouraged and I thank you!!

Tess, you always have the coolest guest posters!!

By: Sharon Irving

Sharon Irving — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:06:11 +0000

Your sister made a choice – we all have them, just some of us don't choose. She chose life and what a life, a Sister and Mum! That wee lad too will continue with his Mums strength and he will touch all he meets!xxx

By: Ann-Marie

Ann-Marie — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:11:33 +0000

Hey Patty
Yes, when our hearts are singing loudly anything can happen, even miracles x

Hi Megan
You got it. Those self limiting beliefs keep us caged in and fearful. It’s time we all got over it. Learning and talking together is the way to do it. Use this empowerment to break through the nonsense girl. Come with us!

Evita,
I love how you question life. This thinking leads to change and a different world for everyone. Go girl x

Thank you Julie,
Hearing these stories does empower us to move forward with our own disabilities. Here’s to many more like this one!

Hey Suzen
Wonder what it would take us personally to defy all odds as well. Huuumm
Hugs to you

Hello Daphne
You’re right. When we are listened to as ‘You CAN’, it is possible to overcome our limitations, big time!

Hi Sara
Yes, my sister has always had an ability to live from her heart. Her intentions are clear. And the Universe has always responded accordingly. Self belief is the biggest gift we can give to ourselves.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

Hi Karl
I feel the same. “We all need to be proud of who we are strengths and even weaknesses because it’s the only way we can truly love and trust ourselves”
Beautiful!

Hello Angelia
What a man! He certainly lived life to the max and did the things his heart desired.
The words that strike me the most is that “he constantly created”. He didn’t give up and whatever he desired he created. What a wonderful example of playing a bigger game in life.
Thank you Angelia for being part of these inspiring stories.
Ann-Marie´s last post…Questions, the doors to our hearts.

By: Angelia Sims

Angelia Sims — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:57:29 +0000

Ann-Marie,
What an amazing, uplifting and encouraging story of your sister. That is a beautiful baby, just precious. I love her smile in all the pictures.

I was raised by a man with a disability. He had Polio from a very young age. He walked on crutches and had a big metal brace. He was a college professor his entire life even towards the end when he taught from a wheelchair. He got his masters and he created a computer technology department that didn’t exist in that small town school. He constantly created and taught, married my mom with her four very young children. He raised us and loved us. His life reflected grit, determination and success despite all odds.

I am awed by him and her. Thank you for sharing this.

Tess-Thank you for an awe-inspiring post. Lovely!
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By: Karl Staib - Work Happy Now

Karl Staib - Work Happy Now — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:39:37 +0000

A heartwarming message. I know that I’ve tried to hide from my weaknesses. I can be quite flaky, but over the past few years I’ve been more accepting of this and actually try to use it as a strength. Hey, the most creative people need to flake out otherwise they would be too responsible.

I love that your sister owned her whole life 100%. She used her condition to make herself stronger. We all need to be proud of who we are strengths and even weaknesses because it’s the only way we can truly love and trust ourselves.
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