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Dancing with My Daughter: Leaning Into Love

Dancing with My Daughter:  Leaning Into Love With my severe neuropathy I can't walk alone any more. It's just not possible.  I need a walker, a rollator, a wheelchair or a scooter to get around "on my own."  And it depends on the day and the pain level as to how far I can stand to travel with any form of assistance. My balance is variable as well.   My daughter's wedding day was on the horizon and more than anything I had hoped to be able to be near her as she walked down the aisle during the processional. I had prayed that I would be healed, that I wouldn't need any help as my wife and I gave our darling girl away. But that didn't happen.  And, selfish me, I also wanted wanted to have a chance for a Daddy/Daughter dance with her. Every father has this dream. Not only to be there for the special dance but also to have the strength to stand up -- take her hands -- and sway to a sweet sentimental song. No difficulties, no hassles, just fun. But it wasn'...