Monthly Archives: October 2013

The ALS Walk

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Stuart Rakoff

This past Sunday was the Washington DC ALS Walk – a major get together and fundraiser here in the nation’s capital. After a great deal of uncertainty about the walk’s location because the government shut down closed the Washington Monument … Continue reading →

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New Wheels

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Stuart Rakoff

Thanks to the local ALS chapter, I now have a bright red scooter from their lending closet.  Since walking more than a short distance has become a challenge, my mobility is greatly extended and it’s easier to get out around … Continue reading →

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HEARING

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Stuart Rakoff

Learning to sit quietly. In a meeting.  At home. Living with my thoughts – It can be lonely. But think of conflicts avoided And loves not strained And listening without plotting. Now I hear.

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ANGER

Posted on October 5, 2013 by Stuart Rakoff

A friend asked me recently if I was angry about my ALS. Good question. The honest answer is that a year ago anger was one of the strong emotions running rampant through my head and limbic system. I have gotten … Continue reading →

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