tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8366969.post2718698995363888456..comments2023-07-19T06:06:33.012-07:00Comments on Moe's misunderestimations: Learning to Live with Limitsmoe99http://www.blogger.com/profile/02730518982394086828noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8366969.post-16552040050085592582011-09-04T03:42:01.114-07:002011-09-04T03:42:01.114-07:00I'm so sorry to hear this. There's certai...I'm so sorry to hear this. There's certainly no need to apologise for feeling a bit sorry for yourself when you have bad news: a voice is so much part of a person's identity, especially when used so much in your work. Just think: you and Julie Andrews - sisters under the skin!shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05087394012634393554noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8366969.post-72949153343869099942011-09-02T13:12:15.717-07:002011-09-02T13:12:15.717-07:00I find no fault with allowing one's self to wa...I find no fault with allowing one's self to wallow in a little self pity, as long as necessary. But as you said in time you will probably feel a little better about the whole thing. In the meantime, know that lots of us are thinking of you and hoping better days are just around the corner. Life really can suck sometimes, but I truly think the good almost always wins over the sucky.Six of Tenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04608841481252819719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8366969.post-36245194812432639212011-09-02T11:32:29.537-07:002011-09-02T11:32:29.537-07:00Good luck, Gina. I'm sure you will figure out...Good luck, Gina. I'm sure you will figure out a way to overcome this obstacle. You have every right to think "why me!" and there is no reason for you to apologize. It really does stink.Lauranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8366969.post-27346570419684200012011-08-31T21:14:39.945-07:002011-08-31T21:14:39.945-07:00I went to college on a vocal music scholarship, an...I went to college on a vocal music scholarship, and have loved singing all my life. One of my vocal folds has refused to work for a few years, no treatment will work. I so much sympathize with your sense of loss. I also resent it when someone tries to point out some good will come of it. It is just a loss, and that is that. All my best wishes, and commiseration.pMalianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8366969.post-65396650750003915502011-08-31T10:33:41.414-07:002011-08-31T10:33:41.414-07:00Actually, Lynn, my division has been quite accomod...Actually, Lynn, my division has been quite accomodating through this and I generally like the work I do there. I do have a portable microphone and if things get bad, I'll just have to give up my pride and use it.moe99https://www.blogger.com/profile/02730518982394086828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8366969.post-17980460127638105142011-08-31T09:23:24.524-07:002011-08-31T09:23:24.524-07:00Actually I was thinking more along the lines of fi...Actually I was thinking more along the lines of finding a better way to use your skills in the AG's office. Is there an appellate division? Could you transfer and handle preparing the briefs, for example?Lynn Merringnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8366969.post-90824756956982181022011-08-31T08:45:23.222-07:002011-08-31T08:45:23.222-07:00Gina - I will always know your voice. agre with ...Gina - I will always know your voice. agre with Bonnie - somtimes you have to grieve for limitations imposed later in life. It is still maddening though.<br /><br />TimTimnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8366969.post-44565774296690894342011-08-30T18:04:43.495-07:002011-08-30T18:04:43.495-07:00I hope and pray that your voice will continue to i...I hope and pray that your voice will continue to improve. Maybe it's being stubborn in coming back and will continue to improve somewhat over the next few months.<br /><br />Sometimes you just have to feel sorry for yourself. You don't have to be Super Woman all the time! <br /><br />All the best to you,<br />BonnieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8366969.post-46931952004711907312011-08-30T13:29:40.502-07:002011-08-30T13:29:40.502-07:00Can you ask for an accommodation under the ADA? a...Can you ask for an accommodation under the ADA? a voice synthesizer or a person who speaks for you? I know it's not ideal, but you're a good typist and it's better than not working. <br /><br />Just an idea; grasping at straws. I wish there was something I could do, besides saying "I'm sorry" and "we all love you."Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07357715108071500954noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8366969.post-8726246248203720882011-08-30T11:03:14.192-07:002011-08-30T11:03:14.192-07:00Lynn, I really can't leave my job because I wo...Lynn, I really can't leave my job because I would probably lose my health care benefits.moe99https://www.blogger.com/profile/02730518982394086828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8366969.post-9435593957092336142011-08-30T09:04:48.825-07:002011-08-30T09:04:48.825-07:00OK, kiddo - decide how long you want to allow your...OK, kiddo - decide how long you want to allow yourself to grieve. Give yourself a deadline and when you reach it, time to turn to a new page.<br /><br />The GOOD news there are other things you can do as an attorney that do not require a great voice. Time to start investigating your optins for the next chapter of your life!<br /><br />We're all here for you.<br /><br />LynnLynn Merringnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8366969.post-6787301809887223412011-08-30T08:34:52.940-07:002011-08-30T08:34:52.940-07:00Regina, I'm so sorry to hear this. I'll k...Regina, I'm so sorry to hear this. I'll keep on praying for strength and healing for you. We're all pulling for you!Kathy Skeltonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8366969.post-33157727066071678142011-08-30T05:45:44.969-07:002011-08-30T05:45:44.969-07:00Regina, I am very sorry to hear this news. I will...Regina, I am very sorry to hear this news. I will continue to pray for a little miracle, but I know you are strong enough to overcome this as well. At least the internet will keep your electronic "voice" as strong and vibrant as ever.<br /><br />Your daughter is a brilliant physician. Follow her advance about what to do regarding the second surgery. She has not only the knowledge, but also the love to guide to to the right decision.<br /><br />Stay strong!Dan Matyolahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06946575560942301993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8366969.post-74565470129854186252011-08-29T21:27:36.134-07:002011-08-29T21:27:36.134-07:00Oh, Regina, I'm so sorry about this. It's...Oh, Regina, I'm so sorry about this. It's not only the career speaking, but the singing. I feel terrible about this. But let it (the decision) rest for a while, and think about it again later.<br /><br />{{{{{{{{{virtual hugs}}}}}}}}}}}}}}<br /><br />Oliveodpnoreply@blogger.com