Ernie Posted September 13, 2005 Report Share Posted September 13, 2005 Hi everyone,Well the big day is finally coming where I will be giving my conference. It is this Saturday. I have finished writing the text and preparing the exercises.I am getting nervous that I will forget what I plan to talk about and/or faint. I am very eager and happy to have this opportunity. It is an experience that I want to have at least once in my life.Of course I will be using my wheelchair but I wonder if I will have the energy to teach for 2 hours.Anyway, I hope you understand what I am saying! Just difficult to express.Thanks for your help.Ernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaneEyre9 Posted September 13, 2005 Report Share Posted September 13, 2005 Hi Ernie!This must be a really exciting time for you! I remember reading about your conference before i joined up on the board. I hope that everything goes wonderfully. Having your wheelchair should definitely provide some extra security. You will be in my thoughts! Kristen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tracy Posted September 13, 2005 Report Share Posted September 13, 2005 Ernie,Good luck Have fun.Tracy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoGiuliana Posted September 13, 2005 Report Share Posted September 13, 2005 You will do great!Katherine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corina Posted September 13, 2005 Report Share Posted September 13, 2005 Hi Ernie,I cna imagine you're nervous about the conference. But I'm also very happy that you have this opportunity! I will be thinking of you this saturday and will keep my fingers crossed and send good vibes for your conference to be a success!!! Good luck Ernie,Corina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Julia59 Posted September 13, 2005 Report Share Posted September 13, 2005 Don't worry Ernie----you'll make it, I know you will--------- Try to keep busy doing some kind of hobby---or read a book you enjoy. Sink your head deep into something else so you won't worry.You have prepared for this, and you will make it through with flying colors!I wish you all the bast!Julie :0) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poohbear Posted September 13, 2005 Report Share Posted September 13, 2005 Good luck on the conference. I'm sure you'll handle whatever comes your way just fine! I'm glad you will have the wheelchair to use as you need to.Let us know how it goes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernie Posted September 14, 2005 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2005 Thanks girls for your support!I went for a wheelchair ride tonight. It is about 85F still at 9:00 p.m.. I am pretty prepared. I will take Friday off to rest and be at my "best" on Saturday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roselover Posted September 14, 2005 Report Share Posted September 14, 2005 Ernie, my thoughts are with you. I am so excited for you. I totally understand your fears. I look forward to hearing how it went!Hoorraaaaaayyyyyy for Ernie! (clap clap clap clap)~Roselover Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avais1 Posted September 14, 2005 Report Share Posted September 14, 2005 Go Get 'em Ernie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarthMother Posted September 14, 2005 Report Share Posted September 14, 2005 We'll be with you. All of us. In the quiet moments when you feel your heart beating with excitement ... you will hear us whispering in your ear ... cheering you on ... lifting you up ... and supporting you each moment of the talk.You are our POTS pioneer of the week!Good thoughts your way.EM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MightyMouse Posted September 15, 2005 Report Share Posted September 15, 2005 Ernie, Bonne chance ce samedi ! (good luck this Saturday).If your nerves start to take over, just slow down, take a long slow breath and then kick some butt with your presentation.Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Julia59 Posted September 15, 2005 Report Share Posted September 15, 2005 Ernie,Something to remember. You have been through so much already---and this has built your courage beyond what you ever imagined. You can handle anything now!When I stood up to that neurologist I saw, it came out with such ease----I just felt I had to do it, and thought I have been through the mill already----so I just had no fear----none at all. Most of us have been through so much----and have been talked to with such disrespect at atleast one time or another, so in a way it has helped us get stronger.WE have sort of a shield of protection from the hard shell we built from the years of being mistreated by the medical community, and sometimes even some of our so called friends and family.We rise above it and build a new strength within us.You'll be fine Saturday, Your stronger, wiser, and have more courage then ever.Julie :0) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Posted September 15, 2005 Report Share Posted September 15, 2005 Good luck on Saturday Ernie! Sounds like an interesting conference. Have fun! Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steph37822 Posted September 15, 2005 Report Share Posted September 15, 2005 I think Earth Mother said it PERFECTLY!! we are all with you!! ESPECIALLY during the nervous moments!! My face and neck get very red and spoltchy when I make presentations--luckily it's because my blood pressure is UP! So I feel fine! But boy do my friends make fun of me, so I have to wear turtleneck sweaters! I am thinking of you, I am SO VERY PROUD of you, and I am wishing I could be there, I can't wait to hear all about it! I'm sure everything will go well. You sound well prepared, so please do take it easy, I am so excited for you Ernie!!! Take Care-Steph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernie Posted September 16, 2005 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 Hi,Thank you for your support. I had 2 nights I could hardly sleep because of the adrenaline pouring.Today I am less stressed out because I feel more preprared and in control of the situation.I met a stranger going on my wheelchair ride Tuesday and I invited her to accompany me. It makes me feel better not to be alone.I still have a few last minute things to do but otherwise it should be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunfish Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 i know i'm a bit late chiming in, but wanted to send my well-wishes your way. i'm so excited for you! i was in the midst of my move so never replied but remember being so excited reading about this opportunity when you first posted several months ago...i can't believe the time is already here! i can definitely understand that you would be a bit apprehensive - i think anyone would be, health issues aside - but know that you'll be great. it's wonderful that you have someone to accompany you as well. i'll be thinking of you & eagerly awaiting the news of how it went. melissa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunfish Posted September 17, 2005 Report Share Posted September 17, 2005 bump...GOOD LUCK ERNIE...YOU"LL BE GREAT!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DancingLight Posted September 17, 2005 Report Share Posted September 17, 2005 Ernie!Saturday is almost here and I see you are online...so I want to chime in and say...YOU WILL BE GREAT! YOU ARE SO BRAVE! YOU ARE SO COURAGEOUS! AND YOU HAVE SOOOO MUCH TO TEACH AND SHARE WITH THESE PEOPLE!So sorry to chime is sooooo late! I sure hope you can sleep tonight! Can't wait to hear how it goes!Emily Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MightyMouse Posted September 17, 2005 Report Share Posted September 17, 2005 Kick some butt at your presentation missy! I"m thinking of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poohbear Posted September 17, 2005 Report Share Posted September 17, 2005 I know you'll give this your best and am glad you have this opportunity! Good luck!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgan617 Posted September 17, 2005 Report Share Posted September 17, 2005 Good luck Ernie, you will do great! morganwhothinksyourespecial Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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