If Your Down And Feeling Low
If Your Down And Feeling Low
The Girl With Brittle Bones http://prb.st/XGRrs2
http://www.jeffprobst.com/posts/episode/2866_The_Girl_With_Brittle_Bones/index.html,
All I have is the preview, but they should be posting the entire show in the next few days.
Today on the Jeff Probst show, Jeff talks with the amazing Dede Selivon, an inspiring 21-year-old woman who doesn't let her rare bone disorder stop her from living a happy, full life. Dede has osteogenesis imperfecta, a condition that makes her bones extremely fragile. She estimates she breaks a bone almost once a month, often times by doing things as common as sneezing or shaking someone's hand. She has had this condition since conception. The ultra sound showed a body with out legs or arms. It was because of bones that were already broken. Dede shares the optimism that has helped her surpass milestones her doctors predicted were unreachable. Then, Dede's boyfriend, Peter, joins the conversation, and gives her the surprise of her life when he gets down on one knee! That's not the only surprise though: Jeff presents Dede and Peter with some amazing life-changing gifts. They caught up with Dede and Peter after the show, and the happy couple shared what they were feeling. One thing's certain: their love for one another is enormous, and it's real!
If Dede can face life joyfully, what kind of excuse can we come up with for our complaints. This is a must see when they post the whole episode. Right now they just have the preview and a follow up.
I am certainlly humbled by her bravery, the joy she shares about life.
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tiggers
I used to take care of a little boy who had this and yes it does put life into perspective! very insperational ~
February 25, 2013MindLint
Thanks. I came home and fixed a lunch and sat down to watch some TV. This was on at the time. She was suppose to have been on the show earlier buy broke her leg just before the show. Amazing attitude. Just gotta love people like her.
February 25, 2013tiggers
Yes a good attitude can take you a long way in life! I just wish sometimes it wasn’t as hard to have
February 25, 2013MindLint
Compared to the load she carries, I have a walk in the park.
February 25, 2013tiggers
myself as well !!!
February 25, 2013MindLint
Hey, do me a favor, next time you see me complaining, remind me of Dede.
February 26, 2013tiggers
I will try to remember that! But I don’t always see you complaining much !
February 26, 2013MindLint
I try not too, but today we were complaining about hurting from the falls we took last Friday when trying to clean up the ice and snow. We both still hurt, but I am doing FINE. LOL
February 26, 2013tiggers
awww I am glad you are doing fine! Falls on ice is not fun oh man I sure know that!! I have metal in my leg to prove it lol
February 26, 2013MindLint
I was lucky, I lost control of the snowblower and fell into the snow. Jane slipped on the ice while shoveling and hit her head on the sidewalk. That is how I got my brain injury… made her take it easy the whole weekend.
February 26, 2013tiggers
Well I hope she is okay my thoughts go out to both of you
February 26, 2013SEC
And when we think of what we whine about!
February 25, 2013MindLint
Both and and my wife have been whining after falling on the ice at work on Friday. I don’t think we will hear any more whining around here for a day or two.
February 25, 2013SEC
God has a very nasty habit of ruining perfectly good pity parties doesn’t he?
February 25, 2013MindLint
And giving us a platform for progress!
February 25, 2013noahbody
Totally awesome and humbling… she’s a champion!
February 25, 2013MindLint
When we look at what we go through, it is humbling to see her grabbing everything life has to offer. She is certainly my current hero.
February 25, 2013danjames
Thanks for the reminder Toby. We all need a little " wake up " now and then.
February 25, 2013MindLint
I know I do. If they post the whole show, it is worth the watch.
February 25, 2013danjames
If you can please give us a heads up. Your right it would be worth a look see.
February 25, 2013MindLint
I certainly will. It is worth watching the whole interview.
February 26, 2013danjames
Yep…l believe you could be right.
February 26, 2013Dream_On
Yes, we do whine about the small stuff and many times we take so much for granted. God bless her.
February 25, 2013MindLint
Compared to her, all my problems are small and yet she pursues life with a passion.
February 25, 2013KGL
She is a very brave, strong person.
February 25, 2013MindLint
And an example for all of us. Her boyfriend told her when she learned to cook he would ask her to marry him. She apparently learned because he ask her on the show. Have to admit I teared up.
February 25, 2013KGL
Awww, very sweet.
February 26, 2013Nightsong
What an amazing story- I can’t imagine what that must be like having to be so careful of your bones all the time. She truly is a beautiful example of what each of us should aspire to in a positive attitude thanks for sharing this Toby!
February 26, 2013MindLint
When ask how many times she has broken a bone, she said her mom kept track until she was 13 and it was over a hundred at that point. She asks her mother to quit keeping track because it was depressing. (ya think?) She is now 21 and figures she breaks something about once a month. She is amazing that she faces life with such joy. A true hero.
February 26, 2013AnnieSike
Good Story! We need to thank our Parents and God for what we have! Some are very unlucky because of illnesses and diseases like this. Thanks for the story
February 26, 2013MindLint
When told that she would live no longer than 18, she said, Watch Me. LOL She is now 21 and in pretty good health. Is planning on having a baby. Talk about High Risk Pregnancy!! Doctor on the show said with care, she could do it. She is just amazing. You are so right, we need to be thankful for everything we have and always take the positive path.
February 26, 2013AnnieSike
Yuo I agree
February 26, 2013cjb321
What a beautiful attitude toward life. I have a great deal of admiration for her and wish I had her optimism for living!!
February 26, 2013MindLint
When I look at her, and Nick Vujak (sp) all I can say is if they can lead a happy, successful life, then I have no excuse not to also be positive.
February 26, 2013cjb321
I agree!! They are a wonderful example of happiness and success. smiles
February 26, 2013EyeVey
This story truly brings things into sharp focus. People often do whine and complain, and then we read about these types of courageous people. Thank you for posting this!
February 26, 2013MindLint
I just wish I had the whole interview. I fell in love with this gal. She was so infectious.
February 26, 2013uncle_charlie
Redefines strength
February 26, 2013MindLint
I have many people who inspire me, Dede is certainly one of them. Nick is another. There are spaces in the link below that you will have to delete.
February 26, 2013http:/ /www .youtube. com/watch?v=yo_24 _qTNac Worth the watch!!