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Independence not lost

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I have always been an independent person and follow my own ways, it’s easier than expecting others to do things for you, although at times I have been happy to get help now and then. I had my pacemaker fitted 18 months ago at first I worried about it now I take it as one of those things you put up with, I DIY as needed, decorate and have painted my fence recently without any difficulties, the only problem I have is the replacement hip which was first done 19 years ago and last redone 12 years ago that has given me more problems and still not good but as I said I’m an independent person. And at the age of 82 hope to continue that way.

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Takingchances

Well done and may your good health continue

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isobelhannah18

Thanks for an inspiring post.

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dickielex

Good for you- an inspiration.

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not2worry

Good for you! Many of us with more years behind us than in front of us have gained the wisdom to know who we are and how we want to best live our life. The bumps along the way just give us the assurance that we are capable of be happy with the life style we know is ours.

Carry On!

Yours from Across the Pond

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