Ok, so the title “Final Post” was a little premature. Figures, since it took me the whole day to figure out what to say. I did NOT inherit my mom’s writing talent. Patty’s memorial service will be held on June 12, 2016 at 3:00 pm at Legacy Church in Tierrasanta: 10881 Tierrasanta Blvd. San Diego, … Continue reading
Final Post
This morning Patty Blake passed away peacefully in her sleep. Thank you to all who read her blog and commented on Facebook. I know she appreciated each and every one of you. God bless. Isaiah 40:30 but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they … Continue reading
I’m Sorry
Kristina here again doing the typing. Mom has been practicing but is having trouble because of her cataracts, we think. Whatever the reason, we have found this to be a good solution to the problem, at least for now. Patty here. It is a family joke with us that I am in the habit of … Continue reading
Into the Valley
Kristina here, typing for my mom. You may also know me as Daughter #2. That’s it from me. The rest is mom’s. We went to our UCSD ALS clinic appointment the other day. I continue to lose weight, but I don’t recommend ALS as a weight-loss program. In the three and a half years we … Continue reading
A Brief Update
Kristina is typing for me once more as I am still having problems with Tobii. These problems could be due to a couple of factors: the medications I am taking make me sleepy and that makes it hard for Tobii’s cameras to see my eyes. Also, the cataract in my left eye is much worse. … Continue reading
Here and There
It is strange how sometimes I am able to use Tobii to write what’s on my mind despite all of the powerful drugs coursing through my veins. I am aware that many dear friends, and strangers too, are praying. That must be the reason. I have been thinking about our friend Betty, one of our … Continue reading
My Article in Quest
Here it is, folks! https://www.mda.org/quest/attitude-of-gratitude Continue reading
To My Loving Creator
To my loving Creator You made the universe, vast and mysterious. You made this galaxy, set it in motion. You made this, our solar system, assigned our star, the sun, its duties, ordered each planet its own unique orbit and properties. You made the earth, filled it with geological wonders, an atmosphere that interacts with … Continue reading
zzzzz (Yawn) … I’m awake!
See? My eyes are open! Really, I am awake now! And having a glorious time playing with my new toy communication device. I love my new Tobii! It is a wonder, truly. Not only is it now more fun playing around with all the different voices to choose from, but writing is so much faster … Continue reading
Inside the Terror
Trigger warning : panic attack, anxiety Terrifying? Is that the right word? Crushed? Well, sort of. How can I describe in one word this recent, and worst so far, panic episode? It often begins in the bathroom. Why? I think it has something to do with being in an upright position and thus less able … Continue reading