My new life...

Short story...back injury in Feb. I was paralyzed and didn't have use of my bowel and bladder until my emergency surgery. In April I had to have my gall bladder out. 2 surgeries in 10 weeks! I vowed to never take my health and body for granted again (I was overweight, stressed, taking care of eveyone else.) After a great physical therapist got me working out 3 days a week(hard) I lost 30 pounds and am strong. I've watched my husband do triathalons, races, and centuries for 5 years thinking I could never do that. In June I told him I was going to do the Wish A Mile with his team next year (300 miles in 3 days). He bought me a carbon fiber Giant OCR2 so that I would like cycling. I love him so much! Anyway I work out 5 days a week, have only taken my bike out a few times. I have it on a trainer in my LR. I love my new strong body and I love my new bike!

First of all, looks like you're new, so welcome to TE... I'm pretty new around here myself, but I think it's a great place to "hang out." :)

Second... wow. Congratulations on all you've overcome and best of luck with your goals and your new bike!

Awesome!! Good luck to you :)

What an inspiring story, can't wait to here the part about the ride next year! :D

Sounds like you are on your way to a healthy new life!! I can relate, having had some serious health issues last year. I have lost over 55 lbs. and recently began biking again with my hubby. I have a Giant hybrid that sat in my living room for a few years while I neglected my health. I dusted her off, tuned her up, accessorized the heck out of her and she is my health partner. Since cycling, I have been getting stronger every time I ride and have a major goal of doing the MS150 ride next May (2 days, 75 each day). In the beginning I thought there was no way I could, but now I am positive I CAN! You will too - best wishes to you for health and happy riding!!

Welcome to TE!

You have an inspiring story. Thanks for sharing!

Amazing story - welcome to TE. I'm a fellow newbie and have found so much help here. Good luck with your training.

I'm so glad you are getting strong and healthy and love your bike. Sounds like you have a great hubby, too! Family support makes such a huge difference.

Welcome!! Sounds like you've overcome quite a bit! Your DH sounds wonderfully supportive.

I am from Jackson,Michigan. Maybe we'll run into each other at events.

I need a carbon bike. Does your husband have a brother?

Welcome to the group! I don't even know you yet but I'm soooo proud of your accomplishments so far and your goals. Keep us posted!

Thank you all for your kind words of encouragement. I will keep you updated and will especially be telling everyone about WAM 2009. God bless!