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by escapologybb 2216 days ago
Using my computer.

I had to give up my degree in CompSci because I was becoming quadriplegic beginning in the early 2000's, And was unable to type. I then spent a decade working out how to become a computer scientist/robotic/terrible drone flyer. If that does not sound difficult, imagine coming home from work and finding out every single light switch, but, lever and key from your keyboard been removed. What do you do? I asked, you are also in pain.

Also, at the time there was no academic structure available to help, so I had to do it myself.

(I find this comment incredibly hard to write because I am a northern man from the UK and emotion is not something we do easily, this feels like boasting to me even though it answers your question. I am writing it Everybody else who might be struggling with some insurmountable problem with a very simple point: Do. Not. Give. Up.

Not ever, and you will either achieve your goal or die trying. You will almost certainly surprise yourself though.)

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As another northern man from the UK, you're an absolute fucking beast, mate. :)
You will understand why your comment makes me feel deeply uncomfortable and incredibly proudTo hear that someone of my peers.

My partner says (and I think she is totally right) that I have major trouble when I have more than one emotion at the same time!

You are totally awesome dude !! That is a great accomplishment.
Respect!
Feels weird to say thank you, but the kind words make me feel better. thank you.