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It only took 57 years.

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greaterexp
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I have video proof, too! I actually swam! No one is more amazed than I that I could ever learn to swim, but I figured I'd surely never learn after a diagnosis of MS. I may never really conquer MS, but it's thrilling to conquer something that's had me beaten all these years.

What are you conquering? This group always inspires me to keep trying. You're all amazing!

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lexsarset

Yes! So awesome!

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ssdw1958

Good for you I am very proud of you for doing that. And I do mean that.

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WAshingtongirl

greaterexp , congratulations and way to go! πŸ‘πŸŠβ€β™€οΈπŸ₯‡πŸŽ‰So what made you desire to conquer this fear now? And where's the video? πŸ˜πŸ’ž

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greaterexpβ€’ in reply toWAshingtongirl

Two years ago, I jumped from the "jumping rock" at my sister's pool to encourage my nephew to overcome a fear. He was waiting in the water to get me out of the deep water since I couldn't swim. It gave me the idea that maybe I could finally learn to swim, but I didn't get into a pool again until this year. My sister got me flippers and webbed gloves for my hands to make it easier to exercise. All of a sudden, I found myself swimming! It's great to have such a supportive sister!

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WAshingtongirlβ€’ in reply togreaterexp

And you are doubly blessed to have her live nearby!

Have you heard Bethel Music's "You Make Me Brave"? The line: You call me out beyond the shore into the ways...You make me brave...

Makes me think of you! πŸ’•

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greaterexpβ€’ in reply toWAshingtongirl

I don't think I have heard that, but I'll have to find it. Have you heard "Oceans" with one line being about the place "where feet may fail"? I appreciate the analogy very much.

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WAshingtongirlβ€’ in reply togreaterexp

Yes!! Beautiful song. I have that on my iTunes list. Never thought of that line in the way you just mentioned. Good though!!

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WAshingtongirlβ€’ in reply toWAshingtongirl

WAVES not ways!!! 😜

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Sggmcswainβ€’ in reply toWAshingtongirl

Thanks

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ssdw1958β€’ in reply togreaterexp

I am so happy 😁 for you.πŸŠβ€β™€οΈthat's a swimmer

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jimeka

Wow! Congratulations! Way to go! Well done. What more can I say. Be proud of yourself. God works in mysterious ways and also gives us our heart desires. You deserve some chocolate 🍫 πŸ’πŸ…blessings Jimeka πŸ¦‹ 🌈

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greaterexpβ€’ in reply tojimeka

I did pick up some chocolate just for the occasion!

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ssdw1958β€’ in reply tojimeka

You just love chocolate 🍫 don't you I think if someone said I got the mail to day you would say time to get chocolate 🍫 and that's not a bad thing Lol

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greaterexpβ€’ in reply tossdw1958

Mail! A great new reason for chocolate! Thank you!

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erash

greaterexp congratulations! 🏊🏼

I thought I was a late bloomer when I learned to swim at 13!

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Karen-x

That is so awesome. You should be so proud of yourself. I started hiking again. Slowly, and it works cause hubby has bad knees and is slow too. Lol

But you inspire me to do something totally new!

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greaterexpβ€’ in reply toKaren-x

Karen-x , that's wonderful! I must say that by reading posts here about what people can accomplish against the odds inspires me daily to stay focused on the good and the things I can still do, but also on trying to learn something new. You've all been a tremendous blessing to me!

I sent the little video my sister took of me to my kids. One in Illinois had been worrying about my losing ground lately, but the video assured her I was all right.

So your encouragement spreads beyond me to family, too.

Thank you! Keep hiking!

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mrsmike

Congratulations!! You should be so proud of yourself!

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johnMSAAPartner

That is so great and inspiring greaterexp ! Bravo!

If you're interested in seeing how swimming and aquatic exercise can help even further, check out our Aquatic Center website for tips and resources:

aquatics.mymsaa.org

In the words of a great cinematic fish: "Just Keep Swimming!"

- John, MSAA

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WAshingtongirlβ€’ in reply tojohnMSAA

Was that Nemo or Dory, johnMSAA ? 😁 I have forgotten. πŸ˜‚

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Texandyroeβ€’ in reply toWAshingtongirl

It was Dory, WAshingtongirl 🐠 Says the grandmother who has watched both movies countless times 😜

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WAshingtongirlβ€’ in reply toTexandyroe

Ah, thank you, Texandyroe !!

I saw Finding Nemo with my grandkids, but went to see the Dory movie by myself! I should have known it was forgetful Dory. I just forgot. πŸ˜‰

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jackiesjβ€’ in reply toTexandyroe

funny story...kid across the street was with mom....Guess who she reminds me of...she IS Dory! hahahahaha best nickname ever! what, where am I?

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greaterexpβ€’ in reply tojohnMSAA

Was that Moby Dick?

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Texandyroe

That is awesome, greaterexp !!!! Gives 65 year old me hope!

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Juleigh21

Congrats! I love swimming. Maybe you'll encourage me to get back on my bike. I miss riding that. My balance and my dizzy spells have kept me off that for several years now. I use to bike 10 miles a day. I'd be happy to try for one!

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greaterexpβ€’ in reply toJuleigh21

Juleigh21 , when we move to town, I've been thinking about getting a 3-wheeled one, since I wouldn't have to worry as much about balance issues. Do you think you could handle that?

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Juleigh21β€’ in reply togreaterexp

My daughter wants to fix up my bike since it's really nice. I thought I try to "get back on the horse" so to speak. If that doesn't work out I'll try a 3- wheeled bike. I feel so encouraged now! ThanxπŸ˜ƒ

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kdali

Congrats!

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Doubled51

Congratulations. Its always exciting to learn new things at any age. But I didn't expect yo learn to move at 65. That's another experience coming for you. God bless.

Donnie

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MsGelfling1

I, too, have the ole' MS. I haven't tried to swim for a couple of years. I used to be a fish. Try living by this. I may have MS, but MS will never, ever have me. I can see you are already on your way.

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