Making It Possible #25 – Tom Emslie
Wow, it’s been a journey. My name is Thomas and I was diagnosed with ALS in July of 2024. It sure was nice to put my finger on what has been causing all of the weakness. At least I knew why it was all happening.
I’ve started seeing a neurologist since 2020. I have been getting weaker as time has passed – especially my muscles in my arms and now I struggle to lift them. My hands have started twitching. My fingers are so weak it’s hard to grasp anything. There are so many things I can’t do anymore. But I am thankful I can still walk. Another thing I am thankful for is that they tell me my progression of this disease is slow.
I know there are so many more with ALS that are worse off and my heart goes out to you all. Also, I’m thankful for family, friends, and for loving caregivers. Where would we be without their love and care? Everyday is a gift and a blessing to me.
I don’t want anyone to feel sorry for me, I just want to help them understand how much one has to give up each day just to survive. It gets to the point you feel you can’t do anything anymore. You get a little worried that you might fall. If that happens, you will fall like a ton of bricks. And you know you wouldn’t be able to get up on your own.
One thing I miss is work. I dream about it a lot. I had the best job a father could ever have working with my talented son. We had the privilege of working on interior finishing in high end houses for customers.
I know for a fact that if I don’t get healed here I will be made brand new in Heaven.
