Carlsbad Marathon Roll For a Cure Jan 25, 2009

Carlsbad Marathon Roll For a Cure Jan  25, 2009
My Family- The greatest

The Cook Men at Thanksgiving

The Cook Men at Thanksgiving

ALS Team Walk At Mission Bay October, 2008

ALS Team Walk  At Mission Bay October, 2008
Our ALS Walk was fantastic, the team was fantastic!

My Pogi Sons

My Pogi Sons
Peter, Rick, Nathan, and Tito- the greatest sons a man could have!

The family

The family
Having Fun during Fathers Day!!

Rod, Chuck and Steve in Millington Tennessee August 2008

Rod, Chuck and Steve in Millington Tennessee August 2008
The Cook boys at it again 2008. Rod and Steve are awesome brothers.

Chuck and Atring

Chuck and Atring
Together Forever. The Love of my Life!

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

Frustration

Well today I have been more frustrated than ever. I find that I am losing control of my hands...that is there is no tactile feeling as I have an extremely hard time even buttoning my shirt or zipping my pants. I also have no strength left, as I found out when I tried to turn the car keys in the ignition and could not do it.
When I am sitting on the floor, I find it extremely hard to get up.
When I walk I use a cane and walk so slow...my right leg is almost inoperable.

Though I do get frustrated, I get so upset with myself...knowing the most mundane tasks that I used to perform are exceedingly difficult. But if I cannot do it, I ask my wife for assistance. And she is there to help.

I remember being so independent, even when I was young..telling my beloved Mother
"I can do it, Mommy, I can." Now I am not so sure.

I rearranged my room today, something that is hard but not very taxing as long as you plan ahead. I did that, but found out I did not have the strength to plug a electrical cord into an outlet. It was so frustrating. My son, Rick came over and we had the whole job done in less than 15 minutes.

Oh well..
I thank God for my life and my lovely wife and wonderful sons. And the ability to wake up each day enjoy his beautiful world. I am thankful I live in the best country in the world. Freedom abounds, and I can say I am responsible for my own life.
Have a wonderful day...until next time.