Rachel's Miracle

I went to visit my brother, Joe and sister, Bailie at Ohio University for sibs weekend; my step-mom took me. I also saw my good friend, Kenzie, who goes to school there. It was nice being in the college atmosphere and seeing what college life is like. I had a great time! The strange thing is, it felt like I shouldn’t be the one visiting. I should be a student there and my youngest sister, Krista, should have been the one visiting me. For the time being, it seems like God has other plans for me. I don’t know what road this whole experience is going to take me down. All I know is I’m looking forward to the journey. There have been a lot of ups and downs along the way but I am happy to endure these adventures if it means that my life ambitions will be achieved.

-Rachel

I was asked to join Toastmasters at the Anthem business where I work. This is an honor because it means that people have recognized my leadership qualities and speaking skills. Since my long term goal is to be a motivational speaker, membership in Toastmasters will help me achieve this goal. Toastmasters will help me not only get over my public speaking fears; it will also me help gain skills with speech delivery, writing, thinking  and confidence. I’m really excited about this opportunity. Wish me luck!

-Rachel

I just got home from my internship program at Anthem Insurance. The name of this program is called Project Search and it's an extension of the career center.  I work on many office skills such as: filing, mail preparation and computer data entry. There has even been some discussion about me answering phones, but this hasn't materialized probably due to the fact that I would engage in a little too much extra conversation.

I really love being in the work world and I feel this will help me toward my goal of regaining independence.  

Welcome to my first blog entry.  Currently, I'm 3 1/2 years into my recovery and I feel I'm still making progress, although slow. I ride the stationary bike and use the treadmill. I also do arm and leg exercises. To work my brain, I do a lot of computer brain games and the Wii's Big Brain Academy. I'm interested in hearing from anyone for additional tips to a full and faster recovery.

-Rachel