Re: Bilateral Surtery Update

[Guest guest]

wow! this K, sounds similar to my last surgery. Isn't it wonderful to

be able to hear the sounds / goings on around us?

I am glad you are recovering uneventfully and look forward to hering about

your activation.

Hugs and big smile!

k.

[Guest guest]

,

Welcome back and what a wonderfully upbeat story you gave us! I'm so

glad everything worked out good for you.

How will you survive the next 4 weeks?! LOL......the folks here will

keep you entertained. I'm sure will be talking steak for a few

days till you are ready for that dinner! I'm a pizza fanatic and I

still remember my first pizza post surgery. I had to pry my jaws open

a bit, but I managed, LOL. Maybe you can start a journal of sorts and

jot down your thoughts day by day as to what you wonder it will be

like having a second CI?

Four weeks will fly........Valentine's day is just around the corner

and that means plenty of chocolate on top of your mocha's! Then before

you know it, it's March!

Your story was so good, maybe Alice can post it with " Going Bilateral "

experiences.

Keep resting,

9/21/05 HOOKED!!

[Guest guest]

,

Interesting to hear of your second/bilateral CI surgery. Neat you were able

to interact with staff during the hospital stay using your first/single CI.

With my first/single CI only providing 71% discrimination, I needed the

interpreter to assist at times. Because I needed to sleep after the surgery,

I turned off the CI so I could rest and relied on staff to touch my shoulder

or foot to indicate they wished to interact with me and then I turned on the

CI. I am surprised your 3G was removed before you fell asleep. Mine was on

when I fell asleep. Did they use a plastic ear cup instead of a bandage?

Neat you were able to follow the television and make a phone call. I could

not. I am sure you and Tigger are glad to be reunited. Take it easy.

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I think the nurse and my surgeon originally anticipated keeping my 3G on

until I fell asleep, but given the problem I had with the I.V. (i.e. it not

being properly inserted), I didn't fall asleep before I arrived at the OR

like I did the first time. I'm sure the hospital staff would have kept my 3G

on for as long as I was awake (especially since I did not have an

interpreter), but they did not anticipate the problem I had with the I.V.

Not having my 3G on didn't bother me since I was relaxed and alert enough to

realize that I was being wheeled to OR.

As for communication with hospital staff...Communication was kept pretty

simple, so I had no difficulty with understanding. However, I did have

trouble understanding my attending physician. For whatever reason, his voice

came through quite distorted and blurred, but even so, I could still make

out enough words to understand what was being communicated.

Communication with my nurses was mainly limited to checking my I.V (which

had to be switched from my left hand to my right), blood pressure and

temperature.

By 10 p.m. on Wednesday evening I decided to turn off my 3G. It was then

that I realized it was securely fit behind velcro so that the magnet would

not fall off. After being awakened repeatedly by various sounds, I decided

to turn my 3G off. My nurses and surgeon awoke me by touching my hand and

then waiting for me to turn my CI on. This worked well and I had no

difficulty hearing or understanding anyone with the exception of my

attending physician.

I'm glad you had a tactile interpreter available. It's always a good idea to

have a secondary means of communication if God forbid something should

happen to your processor. That's why I decided to bring my Tellatouch. My

sister didn't think I would need it (or my Braille watch), but I brought

them anyways just in case. As it turned out, the Tellatouch worked out

perfectly for me while I was coming to after surgery. I also checked my

Braille watch several times not having any idea of the time except when I

could smell food in the hallway to indicate that it was lunch or suppertime.

While I wasn't really happy about not having an interpreter, I can

understand my surgeon's interest in having me learn how to become used to my

first CI until the second is activated. I've been wearing a HA in my

nonimplanted ear since the day of surgery, so getting used to what I heard

as soon as possible was a good idea. That being said, I didn't notice much

of a difference in what I heard through my CI. Almost everything I heard

sounded " normal, " so I didn't have to worry about becoming used to hearing

with the CI only.

On Thursday afternoon it was a little disconcerting walking around the house

without the added security of being able to hear environmental sounds

through the HA in my nonimplanted ear, but by the evening hours, this was

something I hardly paid any attention to. Even now I can't say that I miss

my hearing aid -- probably because I've already had a few days to become

accustomed to unilateral sound. I'm sure once my second CI is activated,

everything will sound *much* louder than it does, but for now, I can

honestly say that I'm adjusting pretty well to hearing out of only one ear.

I won't be doing any outdoor travel until my second CI is activated, so I'm

also looking forward to having some sound from my second CI even if it is

much quieter than the first (that is, until both CIs have been programmed to

match each other as closely as possible).

Speaking of which, I will receive two speech processors with my second CI.

Once it is available for the N24C, my audi suggested I wear the Freedom on

my N24C side so that both processors can be mapped aws closely as possible.

My 3Gs will be used as backup.

Left ear - Nucleus 24 Contour Advance with 3G

Implanted: 12/22/04 Activated: 1/18/05

Right ear - Nucleus Freedom

Implanted: 2/1/06 Activation date: 3/1/06

Deafblind/Postlingual

Severe-profound hearing loss since 1995

[Guest guest]

,

In your previous post, you asked if I was given a bandage or a plastic ear

cup. I had a plastic ear cup which had two velcro strips (one near my

forehead and the other at ear level). I found the plastic ear cup to be

*much* more comfortable than the bandage -- although I was just as happy to

have it removed 48 hours after surgery. <smile>

Did you have a pressure bandage for both of your surgeries? I was relieved

at being able to wear the plastic ear cup not only because it helped

minimize the overall pain I was experiencing, but also because it made it

easier for me to sleep comfortably on my left side.

Left ear - Nucleus 24 Contour Advance with 3G

Implanted: 12/22/04 Activated: 1/18/05

Right ear - Nucleus Freedom

Implanted: 2/1/06 Activation date: 3/1/06

Deafblind/Postlingual

Severe-profound hearing loss since 1995

[Guest guest]

,

That is interesting you will be using the Freedom with your first N24CA.

Does this mean the N24CA already is compatible with the Freedom when the

Freedom is not yet compatible with older models?

[Guest guest]

,

I was given the pressure bandages both times, but with the second time the

tape kept unsticking from my face. After I developed a rash on my face,

leaving me to wonder if I may have been allergic to the tape. That bandage

kept falling down over my face that the surgeon removed it shortly after

surgery. The incision felt " exposed, so that area was covered with gauze.

With having a pressure bandage on for such a short time I really wonder if

it will be necessary in the future?

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

From what I understand, the N24CA is not yet compatible with the Freedom.

Hopefully though, it won't be long before the Freedom can be used with older

Nucleus devices. I know I'm especially looking forward to being able to try

the BEAM microphone and ADRO! I'm also excited about being able to have 4

separate program slots. I already know one of them will be reserved for

Whisper. <smile> I absolutely love Whisper for TV and radio listening as

well as listening to nature (such as birds singing). I will also need

volume with autosensitivity since I can't tolerate the sound of traffic even

on a low sensitivity setting.

Left ear - Nucleus 24 Contour Advance with 3G

Implanted: 12/22/04 Activated: 1/18/05

Right ear - Nucleus Freedom

Implanted: 2/1/06 Activation date: 3/1/06

Deafblind/Postlingual

Severe-profound hearing loss since 1995

[Guest guest]

,

Hi! Glad to see you back. Another smooth surgery, and soon, not soon

enough, activation.

But what is this about cooking a steak dinner?? I thought we would let

someone else do that? LOL

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In school, every period ends with a bell. Every sentence ends with a period.

Every crime ends with a sentence.

& Dreamer Doll (Guide Dawggie)

Newport, Oregon

N24C 3G 8/2000 Hookup

rclark0276@...

http://webpages.charter.net/dog_guide/ NEW Home Page!

[Guest guest]

,

Most of the time I stay on ACE (program 1). Once in a while I use Whisper,

but rarely do I use ADRO or Beam.

[Guest guest]

,

That's right -- I forgot. Blame it on the Percocet. <grin> Now we need to

find a volunteer. LOL!

P.S. Do you think there is anything you can do to speed up the arrival of my

activation date? LOL! I know what you're going to tell me: patience,

patience my friend. (Yes dear, I heard you the first time. LOL!)

, whose mouth is watering for some juicy steak!

Left ear - Nucleus 24 Contour Advance with 3G

Implanted: 12/22/04 Activated: 1/18/05

Right ear - Nucleus Freedom

Implanted: 2/1/06 Activation date: 3/1/06

Deafblind/Postlingual

Severe-profound hearing loss since 1995

[Guest guest]

,

I can work magic. If you can work me into surgery next week.

(snickers) So you heard me the first time? Why am I still sitting here

then? LOL Steak for two, waiter! And some fine wine, and clam chowder if

you please. We must celebrate 's bilaterals!

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When a clock is hungry it goes back four seconds.

& Dreamer Doll (Guide Dawggie)

Newport, Oregon

N24C 3G 8/2000 Hookup

rclark0276@...

http://webpages.charter.net/dog_guide/ NEW Home Page!

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I am glad you are slowly recovery from your surgery and now be reunited with

your Guide Dog Tigger.

I have one question: Didn't the crews from the national new not at the hospital

or was that cancelled? You mentioned they were going to do the filming of your

2nd CI and then will interview you later.

Dolly Dolphin

[Guest guest]

,

So nice to hear about a surgery and recuperation going as well as yours did.

I'm so glad for you and it gives me hope knowing sometimes it is not so bad. I

hope I get through the evaluation period quickly and approved so I can finally

get a surgery date.

in SC

[Guest guest]

Hi Dolly,

I forgot about the camera crew! Yes -- they were there filming my surgery.

Before my surgery I was asked to sign a release which gave them permission

to use my story in a future newscast. I will be interviewed in April or May

after I've had time to recover from surgery and become acclimated to the

second CI.

I also forgot to mention that I was asked if I wanted to participate in a

study which compared the frequency of ear infections of adult CI recipients

to those with normal hearing. (I said yes.) This involved removing a small

area of bone (which does not negatively affect my CI or inner ear) and

comparing its appearance/structure to someone who has normal hearing. I

can't remember other specifics related to the study, but I can ask someone

to read me the information if you or another list member are interested in

the details.

P.S. Thanks for " watching " over me yesterday morning. I'm doing great today

and feel like jumping into the ocean with you for a swim! <smile>

, who is happily waving back at Dolly Dolphin

Left ear - Nucleus 24 Contour Advance with 3G

Implanted: 12/22/04 Activated: 1/18/05

Right ear - Nucleus Freedom

Implanted: 2/1/06 Activation date: 3/1/06

Deafblind/Postlingual

Severe-profound hearing loss since 1995

[Guest guest]

,

It was wonderful reading your second CI story, and I'm happy everything

went well. I'm looking forward to hearing about your activation. May I

suggest you might read some Braille books? A few good ones: Silence Of The

Lambs, any books by Dean Kuntz or King, or perhaps The Postman

Always Rings Twice by M. Cain. Larry

Bilateral Surtery Update

> Hi everyone!

>

> I apologize for keeping all of you in suspense about the details of my

> surgery.

>

> Thursday and Friday were tough for me. On Thursday my entire body felt as

> if

> it had been run over by a truck. Since I didn't get any sleep for the past

> two days, I spent the day in bed on Friday. Today (actually, this evening)

> was the first time I felt well enough to be on the computer.

>

> Although I felt *great* while in the hospital, I felt much worse after

> coming home. I was prescribed Vicodin which caused mild nausea and

> dizziness. I also had recurrent headaches (not migraines thankfully!) on

> the

> right side of my head.

>

> I've also been battling tinnitus in my right ear. Fortunately, the

> tinnitus

> I'm experiencing is nowhere near as intense as it was after my first

> surgery! It also doesn't alternate between 3 different sounds. What I hear

> now equates to a motor revving up repeatedly over and over. The volume

> level

> of the tinnitus has quieted down considerably, so it is no longer

> problematic for me -- even at night after I remove my CI.

>

> Now for the details concerning my hospital stay...

>

> My sister and I arrived at the hospital by 6:30 a.m. where we were met by

> a

> nurse attendant who helped us complete paperwork. Once that was done, I

> was

> taken to an area where I was asked to change into a gown. It was *great*

> being able to hold a conversation with the nurse and my sister and at

> times,

> I couldn't believe how well I was communicating! I thought back to my

> first

> surgery and how I needed a tactile interpreter.This time, I could hear and

> understand everything that was said to me! <smile>

>

> While I waited to be taken to the recovery/prep area, the nurse and I

> talked

> about how well my recovery for the first surgery went. It was at this time

> that she mentioned the different types of anethesia (something I didn't

> know) and how different types are given to people based on their medical

> conditions/history. For example, heart patients are given a different type

> of anethesia than cancer patients. I explained to the nurse that my

> recovery

> went quite well and that the only problems I had from the anethesia I was

> given was feeling excessively tired. Given the symptoms some people

> experience, I had nothing to complain about!

>

> After a few more minutes, I hugged and said goodbye to my sister and was

> wheeled into the recovery/prep area. It was at this time that I heard a

> nurse ask another person if my tactile interpreter would be arriving. Then

> I

> thought I heard someone say that one had not been requested. I didn't

> think

> anything of this since I was already engaged in a conversation with the

> nurse who took me to the recovery/prep area.

>

> Once I arrived, I was met by the anethesiologist and attending physician

> who

> asked me various questions.Once all of their questions were answered, I

> reminded each person that I would like to have my 3G on before I awake in

> recovery. I demonstrated how to place the 3G and magnet as well as showing

> them where the dial should be set. The attending physician thanked me for

> doing this and said that doctors and nurses have quite a few patients who

> wear hearing aids, but oftentimes don't know how they should be inserted

> and

> programmed because of the various controls and styles. A few seconds

> later,

> I met another physician and repeated my request to have my 3G on before I

> awoke in recovery. He told me this wouldn't be possible due to the

> dressing

> and bandage that would be used, but was corrected by my surgeon who told

> him

> this would not be a problem.

>

> A few minutes later I was given an I.V. with an anesthetic to help put me

> to

> sleep before being wheeled to OR. The nurse had difficulty inserting the

> needle because of my small veins. She spent quite a bit of time trying to

> insert it. Once she did, I felt a burning sensation which was

> uncomfortable

> but not painful.

>

> By the time I was wheeled to the OR, I was still awake. During my first

> surgery I was asleep within seconds after being given the anethetic. Not

> this time -- probably due to the placement of the I.V. needle.

>

> I then felt two people gently push my arms and legs towards a flat table

> which I assumed to be the operating table. I didn't have my 3G on, so I

> couldn't hear any words that may have been spoken. Once I was guided onto

> the table, a mask was placed over my face and within 3 seconds, I was

> asleep.

>

> The next thing I remember was waking up in recovery. Just before I fully

> awoke, someone placed my finger on the Braille display of my Tellatouch

> and

> typed a message indicating that they would be turning my hearing aid (what

> they called my speech processor) on. By the time I tried to make sense

> of

> what had been typed, someone was already turning on my 3G. The first words

> I

> heard were those of my surgeon telling me that everything went very, very

> well. I was relieved! When he asked me how I felt, I paused for a moment

> before realizing that I didn't have a headache, noticeable neck pain or

> dizziness. I really felt good compared to when I awoke for my first

> surgery!

>

> I was then wheeled to my room. Along the way, I remember faintly hearing

> voices, but don't know what was said. It was like being in a strange time

> warp. LOL!!I could hear so much going on around me, but couldn't make any

> sense out of it.

>

> After I was transferred to my hospital bed I remember thinking how

> amazingly

> alert I felt. After my first CI surgery, I was excessively tired and felt

> quite groggy -- even for days. This time around, I could understand what

> was

> happening around me, but I don't know if that was because of a difference

> in

> the anethesia they gave me or the fact that I could actually hear. Perhaps

> it was a combination of both?

>

> About an hours after I arrived in my room I was given chicken broth and

> jello to see how well/if I could hold down liquids. I vaguely remember the

> nurse asking me if I wanted to eat sooner, but don't recall what my

> response

> was. The broth and jello tasted delicious!

>

> I fell asleep for a couple of hours, but was repeatedly awakened by the

> sounds of medicine/food trays, doors opening/closing, papers being

> shuffled

> and charts being placed in a rack. I concluded that I must have been

> placed

> near the nurse's station and/or fire exit doors because I was constantly

> hearing once sound after another. For awhile, I took great delight in

> these

> sounds. I never realized how " noisy " /busy hospitals are! I have only been

> in

> the hospital once during my adult life and that was back in 1995 after I

> lost my hearing. Prior to that, I had three eye surgeries, but was too

> young

> to understand what it was like to be in the hospital.As I said, I was

> excited at being able to hear so much around me, but after awhile I became

> annoyed because just when I would fall asleep, along would come a

> medicine/food try being wheeled down the hall or a door being

> opening/closed. I also heard nurses knocking on the doors of various rooms

> and saying hello. This of course, made me open my eyes and listen to make

> sure they weren't trying to get my attention.

>

> All of my nurses touched my hand gently before initiating communication,

> so

> this was not an issue. Fortunately I was able to wear my 3G. If not, I

> have

> no way (besides using my Tellatouch) of communicating with hospital staff.

> I

> don't know why my tactile interpreter didn't arrive, but I thought I

> remember hearing my surgeon tell someone else that they'd wanted me to

> become used to relying on my implant. I had no problem with this (since I

> had been wearing a HA in my nonimplanted ear since the surgery date), but

> if

> something had happened to my processor, I would have had no means of

> communication besides my Tellatouch. Earlier in the morning my sister said

> I

> probably wouldn't need my Tellatouch and that I should leave it behind.

> politely but firmly objected and explained that I would bring it with me

> the

> second time just like I did the first. I received no argument. LOL!

>

> Thank goodness for the fact that I would wear my 3G! If I would have had

> to

> spend 24 hours in complete silence,I honestly don't know how I would have

> coped. Being unable to see or hear is one thing, but when you can't do

> both,

> it can literally feel like a prison.

>

> I received *wonderful* care and treatment from the hospital staff and

> can't

> say enough about how nice it was to work with them. My hospital stay was a

> pleasurable one. Instead of sleeping and being unable to hear much of

> anything (with my HA in my nonimplanted ear) after my surgery, it was

> comforting and relaxing being able to hear what was taking place around

> me.

> I also enjoyed watching TV and was pleasantly surprised that I only needed

> the volume control to be at the first setting compared to last time when

> it

> was turned up all the way -- and still not loud enough.

>

> The next morning, my surgeon awakened me and told me I would be released

> after breakfast. I couldn't wait!My back, shoulders, leg and upper arms

> were

> sore from having the bed positioned in such a way to keep my head

> elevated.

>

> I called my sister on the phone to ask when she would be picking me up.

> After I got off the phone, I smiled at the fact that I no longer needed

> someone to make a phone call for me. The only exception during my stay was

> when I forgot to dial 9 for an outside line and reached a local business

> instead.From what I was told, I was given Morphine and Percocet which

> affected my memory and comprehension at times In fact, a few minutes

> before

> I was release, my nurse informed me that I could remove my plastic ear cup

> (I didn't have a bandage)two days following surgery.Not remembering that

> it

> was Thursday and not Wednesday I said, " The doctor said I could remove it

> tomorrow. " That's when the nurse reminded me that it was Thursday and not

> Wednesday. LOL!

>

> Overall, my post surgery experience has been positive. On Thursday my

> entire

> body felt as it it had been run over by a truck. I had difficulty walking

> as

> a result and had to keep myself steady using furniture to avoid

> falling.Since I didn't get much sleep on Wednesday afternoon or Thursday,

> I

> spent Friday in bed. Off and on throughout the whole day I alternated

> between feeling energetic to feeling chilly and nauseated (mildly).

>

> I awoke this morning feeling just about 100%. I even went out for a short

> walk around my apartment complex. The cold air felt good -- especially

> after

> being indoors for days!

>

> My sister and her boyfriend have been stopping by to help with cooking,

> cleaning, etc. They watched Tigger (my guide dog) for the past few days

> and

> brought her back home this afternoon.My niece had a great time watching

> Tigger too and was sad to see her go. However, I was very excited to see

> my

> baby again! When she came through the door, I was in somewhat of a stupor

> (LOL!), but she promptly greeted me with plenty of kisses!

>

> As I type this, I can say that I feel *much* better than I have in days!

> I'm

> even able to lay on my newly implanted ear without any pain -- although

> I've

> elected not to do this for fear of irritating the incision.

>

> Needless to say, I'm eagerly awaiting activation! Now...how on earth do I

> keep myself busy during the next four weeks? LOL!

>

> Thanks again to all of you for your many posts wishing me well!! I'm doing

> GREAT and am even in the mood to cook! (Don't tell though. I'm not

> in

> the mood to cook a steak dinner -- yet.) LOL!

>

>

>

> Left ear - Nucleus 24 Contour Advance with 3G

> Implanted: 12/22/04 Activated: 1/18/05

>

> Right ear - Nucleus Freedom

> Implanted: 2/1/06 Activation date: 3/1/06

>

> Deafblind/Postlingual

> Severe-profound hearing loss since 1995

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Larry,

Ever since getting my first CI, I haven't been reading alot of Braille

books. Instead, I've been reading alot of talking books. I now receive

weekly magazines such as U.S. News and World Report, Good Housekeeping and

Stereophile's Sound and Vision on cassette. I also receive the NFB's Braille

Monitor which I've found to be excellent for listening practice. Listening

to talking books used to be a favorite hobby of mine before losing my

hearing and it feels wonderful being able to enjoy them once again! You

mentioned King... I've read quite a few of his books in Braille.

They literally take up the entire house. LOL! Now that I have my CI, it's

much easier and more convenient to listen to cassette books -- although I do

hope to purchase a Daisy reader sometime soon so I can also read digital

books on CD. Any other book recommendations? I'm always looking for an

interesting read! <smile>

Left ear - Nucleus 24 Contour Advance with 3G

Implanted: 12/22/04 Activated: 1/18/05

Right ear - Nucleus Freedom

Implanted: 2/1/06 Activation date: 3/1/06

Deafblind/Postlingual

Severe-profound hearing loss since 1995

[Guest guest]

Larry,

Why do you want to spend all her time reading? We got things to

do, and she cant be sitting aorund all day being lazy. Besides, she can

hear me now, so why the braille books? C'mon you can hear me now, so

lets go get that steak dinner! LOL

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I had a friend who was a clown... when he died, all his friends went to the

funeral in one car...

& Dreamer Doll (Guide Dawggie)

Newport, Oregon

N24C 3G 8/2000 Hookup

rclark0276@...

http://webpages.charter.net/dog_guide/ NEW Home Page!

[Guest guest]

,

I'm sorry, what did you say dear? <just kidding> Now -- let's go enjoy that

steak dinner, shall we? LOL!

Left ear - Nucleus 24 Contour Advance with 3G

Implanted: 12/22/04 Activated: 1/18/05

Right ear - Nucleus Freedom

Implanted: 2/1/06 Activation date: 3/1/06

Deafblind/Postlingual

Severe-profound hearing loss since 1995

[Guest guest]

,

Change the batteries. Working now? Lets go eat then. LOL

*---* *---* *---* *---* *---*

Some days you are the bug, some days you are the windshield.

& Dreamer Doll (Guide Dawggie)

Newport, Oregon

N24C 3G 8/2000 Hookup

rclark0276@...

http://webpages.charter.net/dog_guide/ NEW Home Page!

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I also have been reading many more cassette books since I have my CI's.

I read The Braille Monitor and The Braille Forum online. I still read

Popular Mechanics, Popular Communications, Matilda Ziegler Magazine For The

Blind, Good Cheer, National Geographic and Harper's Magazine in Braille.

When I finish reading them, I send them to a Rehabilitation Center For The

Blind in the pines.

A few of my favorite authors are: le Steele, (Daddy) King

(The Green Mile) any book by Holt, any book by Louis LAmour, all

the Harry Potter series, For Whom The Caged Bird Sings, Maya Angelou, and

poetry by Rod McCuen.

What type of Braille display do you have? I couldn't do without my

Focus 40 3.70. Larry

Re: Bilateral Surtery Update

> Larry,

>

> Ever since getting my first CI, I haven't been reading alot of Braille

> books. Instead, I've been reading alot of talking books. I now receive

> weekly magazines such as U.S. News and World Report, Good Housekeeping and

> Stereophile's Sound and Vision on cassette. I also receive the NFB's

> Braille

> Monitor which I've found to be excellent for listening practice. Listening

> to talking books used to be a favorite hobby of mine before losing my

> hearing and it feels wonderful being able to enjoy them once again! You

> mentioned King... I've read quite a few of his books in Braille.

> They literally take up the entire house. LOL! Now that I have my CI, it's

> much easier and more convenient to listen to cassette books -- although I

> do

> hope to purchase a Daisy reader sometime soon so I can also read digital

> books on CD. Any other book recommendations? I'm always looking for an

> interesting read! <smile>

>

>

>

> Left ear - Nucleus 24 Contour Advance with 3G

> Implanted: 12/22/04 Activated: 1/18/05

>

> Right ear - Nucleus Freedom

> Implanted: 2/1/06 Activation date: 3/1/06

>

> Deafblind/Postlingual

> Severe-profound hearing loss since 1995

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

lol You have a point, . I love the feel of Braille. I also use

web Braille. Top off that steak with some double chocolate crumble bars or

maybe pralines.

, have faith. One of these fine days your number will pop up and

you will go bilateral too. Larry

Re: Bilateral Surtery Update

> Larry,

> Why do you want to spend all her time reading? We got things to

> do, and she cant be sitting aorund all day being lazy. Besides, she can

> hear me now, so why the braille books? C'mon you can hear me now, so

> lets go get that steak dinner! LOL

>

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> I had a friend who was a clown... when he died, all his friends went to

> the

> funeral in one car...

> & Dreamer Doll (Guide Dawggie)

> Newport, Oregon

> N24C 3G 8/2000 Hookup

> rclark0276@...

> http://webpages.charter.net/dog_guide/ NEW Home Page!

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Larry?

Chocolate on steak, are you mad? What have you been dipping into? LOL

As far as me I have not given up, but just so you know, Medicare does

not pay for bilaterals. Tell me how they do and I will get it done. And

please, do not say " self advocacy " . It is a myth.

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A dog teaches a boy fidelity, perseverance, and to turn around three times

before lying down.

-- Benchley

& Dreamer Doll (Guide Dawggie)

Newport, Oregon

N24C 3G 8/2000 Hookup

rclark0276@...

http://webpages.charter.net/dog_guide/ NEW Home Page!

[Guest guest]

,

I have only Medicare for insurance. They paid 80% and Services For The

Blind paid the other 20% of the cost of both my Freedom and 3G. By working

closely with your CI center and surgeon, I'm sure you will achieve positive

results. One of these days perhaps I can buy you a steak with a daiquiri.

Larry

Re: Bilateral Surtery Update

> Larry?

> Chocolate on steak, are you mad? What have you been dipping into? LOL

>

> As far as me I have not given up, but just so you know, Medicare does

> not pay for bilaterals. Tell me how they do and I will get it done. And

> please, do not say " self advocacy " . It is a myth.

>

> *---* *---* *---* *---* *---*

> A dog teaches a boy fidelity, perseverance, and to turn around three times

> before lying down.

> -- Benchley

> & Dreamer Doll (Guide Dawggie)

> Newport, Oregon

> N24C 3G 8/2000 Hookup

> rclark0276@...

> http://webpages.charter.net/dog_guide/ NEW Home Page!

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Larry,

Didnt you tell us that your clinic did not back you up, that you did

this without their support?

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If everything seems to be going well, you have obviously overlooked

something.

--

& Dreamer Doll (Guide Dawggie)

Newport, Oregon

N24C 3G 8/2000 Hookup

rclark0276@...

http://webpages.charter.net/dog_guide/ NEW Home Page!