I can't do none of those things. Kathy ----- Original Message ----- From: Elaine Taylor <[log in to unmask]> To: <[log in to unmask]> Sent: Tuesday, September 14, 1999 12:24 PM Subject: Walking > I don't know if I've been misunderstood here or what. I am not talking > marathon walking, BUT, walking and being able to bear your own weight equals > more independence. Being able to go into the shower, stand up on your own > two feet, hold onto a bar for balance and wash yourself. It's basic. How > many teens wants their mom to carry them (or roll them, whatever the case may > be) into the shower? Right now, my daughter cannot go to a friends house > because if she needs to use the bathroom, someone's mom is going to have to > pull down her pants and hold her on the toilet until she's done. How about > basic pride? > > If she can accomplish ADL's by having this surgery, then isn't that worth it? > > > Elaine >