Laura Elizabeth Moir BHS APC

14/11/2024

2 years ago today I became paralysed in both legs,… whilst I still define the definition of being paralysed as my legs don’t work properly and I still have no feeling from the knee down I do not classify myself as still being paralysed, just that I have impaired mobility (I also refer to myself as a cripple - this is how I identify myself not how I see others!!!!!!) ,…. I still use crutches because I have no feeling I have balance problems.

Do I let it stop me in any way??? Absolutely not, I still drive just using my hands instead of my feet, I still ride (not Oscar yet but that’s because I have given myself other injuries along the way as did he) I still work, I still get myself out and about (if you see me shopping with a hoodie pocket full of stuff and a loaf swinging from my crutch I will pay for it all - it’s just how I roll these days 🤪) and I definitely still party - probably harder than I ever did before - I’m now just the crazy crutch lady on the dance floor 🤣

I definitely do not let it define me!!!

I also definitely do not portray the victim or exaggerate my emotional or physical feelings,… hell I don’t even accept any of those myself, I just simply crack the 🤬 on!!!

Life’s to short to make your own life worse and sympathy is not something that I want to get from anyone!!!!

The neurologists all say nerves only regenerate for 2 years,… I’ve worked hard for those two years to recover and regenerate as much as possible and still do my physio exercises more than my physio says too!!!

Whilst I’ve still managed to to do some mischief and injuries along the way I haven’t done half as much of those as I’d have liked too,…so now’s the time to stop focusing on recovery without injury but with a mindful approach to not further injuring myself,…. It’s time to unleash my inner true self and become the true 100% risk taker I normally am!!!

To celebrate this and the fact I made it to 2 years I decided to throw a bale of hay on my crutch, so now, I’m currently walking a little wonkier than usual 🤪🤪🤪

Happy 2 years guys!!!!!

18/09/2024

News flash - I’m heading to Pakistan in December 😍

Exciting News: First-Ever Equine Therapy Certification in Pakistan!
We are thrilled to announce that for the first time ever, Lord Sarfraz Foundation is offering a
certification program in Equine Therapy here in Pakistan!
As the only organization providing this specialized training in the country, we are proud to
lead the way in advancing the field of equine therapy. This groundbreaking program will
equip participants with the knowledge and skills to make a significant impact in therapeutic
settings.
Eligibility Criteria:
A background in psychology, therapy, or related fields, Psychologist, Speech Therapist,
Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Special educators, Teachers, and Counsellors
Passion for working with individuals in need of therapeutic support
What You Will Learn:
Fundamentals of equine therapy and its benefits
Techniques for effective interaction between horses and therapy clients
Developing personalized therapy plans
Safety protocols and best practices in equine therapy
Comprehensive training materials, hands-on sessions, and certification upon completion

Registration Fee: Rs 5000
Certification Fee: Rs 5000

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to become a certified equine therapy practitioner and be
part of a pioneering movement in Pakistan!
For more details and to register, please visit our website https://www.lordsarfraz.org/ or
contact us at [email protected]
Registration Form: https://forms.gle/eEuEmduqnc4VyVicA

Join us in making a difference through the power of equine therapy!

26/08/2024

Happy back holiday world!!!

I know, I’ve been quiet since April (how ive kept my mouth shut all that time nobody knows!!!!)

It hasn’t gone unnoticed with all the messages from people checking that I’m ok - thanks guys, I’m ok, infact I’m actually really, really good!!!!!

I’ve just taken a break from social media, it’s crazy on the internet - Sometimes you just need a break!!!

I’ve also been doing a lot of thinking - I know crazy right 🤯🤯🤯

I’ve been trying to “sort my life out” 🤣🤣🤦🏼‍♀️ I’ve been practicing this for 25 years and I’m still no further forwards but “god loves a trier!” Or so I’m told!!!

I’m pleased to announce that I’ll be opening up a few more slots for coaching sessions in the near future (just need a BHS person to identify me for my DBS that I’ve over looked 🤦🏼‍♀️)

Hopefully I’ll see some of your beautiful faces again soon 😘😘😘

25/04/2024

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25/04/2024

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16/04/2024

🐴🌟 Big News! 🌟🐴

Our first student just started horse therapy at the Karachi branch of the Lord Sarfaraz Foundation! 🌈

Equine offers a unique and powerful way to support children with special needs. Through gentle interactions with horses, children develop physical strength, emotional resilience, and social skills in a nurturing outdoor environment. 🌳

We're super excited to see our student have fun and grow confident with every ride! 🌟

Where: Karachi Garrison Riding Club, Karachi, Pakistan
Contact Junaid at +92 333 5001303
https://maps.app.goo.gl/iifPQ1Wqd3Hb2UCK9
https://lordsarfraz.org/

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25/03/2024

Caroline March, this post is by far the most heroic post I’ve ever read.

While su***de is often seen as the most selfish act imagine living a life that you just watch your old life constantly because you physically can’t do it due to an debilitating injury that you can’t fix no matter how much you try.

Imagine adapting everything over and over and over again but still you can’t get to anything slightly like your old life.

Imagine having those days where your fully onboard with this new life and see all of it as such a great, funny experience then completely crashing down because a few hours later because it’s not fun anymore.

This isn’t me saying that becoming disabled isn’t worthy of you living and it certainly isn’t what Caroline March has said but becoming disabled simply isn’t for everyone.

I send love to your family and friends and you you rest in peace Caroline.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Caroline on Saturday 23rd March 2024.
She wished to leave this final post in the hopes you may gain an understanding of who she truly was and the decisions she made.

Please read her message with an open mind and be respectful for the sake of her family and friends. She will be greatly missed.

18/03/2024

It’s 13 degrees dropping to 10 with a low chance of showers perfect weather for the ginger one to be naked!!!!

24/01/2024

Firstly, I apologise for my rant/mental breakdown in my last post - sometimes you’ve just got to let it out!!!

Thanks to everyone for the well wishes, I am in a better head space, it only lasted a day or so and I promise that that’s not how I’ve been for the whole 14 months!!!

I’m not going to lie there have been time where I have and also times where I’ve sat with the whole house in silence except for a dripping leaky tap in the kitchen which I’ve made a song from the tune it makes 🤣 (might of been better to admit to rocking in the corner but I often couldn’t get there 🤣😂🤣)

Today was a great day

I managed to walk the length of the physio gym completely unaided and practically straight 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Obvs spent time with my boys 🐴🐴🐴

Also my internets finally normal so I can get back to work 🌟🌟🌟

I’ve just been doing some housework and my recovery songs come on - I think on a whole I’ve been an optimist about this!!!

Enjoy the video if you have time!!!

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15/01/2024

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09/01/2024

I know I’m really late to the party but happy new year 🥳 🤣🤦🏼‍♀️

It’s taken a while to work out where I’m heading in life and recovery!!!

Yes recovery,.. I’ve had a few comments regarding my trip to Pakistan in November and why I’m not back out teaching as I am fully recovered!

If only my recovery was as simple as the photos from Pakistan show, their definitely insta vrs reality where on the photos I’m standing with no crutches but in reality their behind me or someone’s waiting with a chair,… I can stand without crutches and even walk on one or do a few shuffle steps with none but I’m as unsteady on Bambi on ice but that is getting better!!

In terms of horse work most days I’m managing to get my boys brought in for a few hours, even managing to give them some form of a brush and do their feet (their both being super well behaved!!) and work out some concoction of bungee cords to do haynets and boxes (and I have muck heap fairs to empty my poo buckets and wheelbarrows 😍) and if I can’t they get fed in the field!!!

Their not in work and both look feral but their happy - and no before anyone asks I’m not getting loaners for them I don’t trust people with them and no the boys won’t get confused when I manage to get them back into work, they have both been in and out of work throughout their lives due to theirs or my various ailments and never ever been a problem.

Are they bored??? Id say truthfully say no, their happy with a feed and a hug in the field one day and their happy with coming in for a feed the next then their happy with a few hours in and a brush when I can,… Dillion however is the original thelwell pony and Oscar would rather a replaced rug than a brush through his muddy mane! I do think they would enjoy being back in work but compared to last year they are getting so much more attention and are both being amazingly well behaved and that shows happiness in my eyes!!!

As horse owners we do put far too much pressure on ourselves and also create so many reasons like our horses being bored or getting confused if we don’t do X Y & Z with them but in reality if every day is exactly the same they will get bored and most of their boredom is actually created by us or it’s our boredom infused into them!!!

In terms of my recovery I’m doing so well I’m amazed at myself, I’m about 6-9 months ahead of schedule but I still have 10 month of nerve recovery to go until I know exactly where I’m at and what my life will look like forever.

So what am I doing?????

Well after millions of talks about getting a normal job I’m putting that on hold. Pakistan taught me that my body can’t do physio and the day to day process of getting up and ready and working all day without a long recovery (2 weeks in Pakistan took 3-4 weeks at home for my muscles to recover!!

So 2024 is another year of recovery, I have a Neuro appointment next week which will give me more insight and during that appointment an operation will be discussed. After that I’ll know more!

For now until the end of feb I’m going to focus on getting a routine back into my life with physio, the gym, the horses, the house and online Pakistan work.

If all goes well I’m hoping that will get me back in good stead to start a few freelance locations in March but I’ll let you know!!!!

If you made it this far 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 and thank you for reading !!!

Enjoy a new year kiss from my three boys even though the pictures are form weeks ago 🤣

25/12/2023

Merry Christmas from myself and Maverick

15/12/2023

Love both my boys 😍😍😍

It’s going to be silly Warm (12 during the day and 9 on a night 🥵) this weekend so Oscar’s got his other new 0g rug on and Dillion decided he needed a shavings rug when he came in 🤣 - no I didn’t have time to brush them off today their both living their bestest feral lives though!!!!!!!!!

14/12/2023

Breaking news! We are delighted that after all the hard work the European Commission have recommended a 9-hour journey limit for horses sent to slaughter. Could this be the end of needlessly long-distance journeys to slaughter in Europe? We need this put into law. Read our response 👉https://bit.ly/3Nc4nX1

06/12/2023

With my mobility issues it was the most physically demanding trip but most definitely the most mentally rewarding trip I’ve had!!!

14/11/2023

A year ago today I had a pain relief injection in my spine, my hopes were for this to give me a pain free 6-9 months of living my active and crazy life,…… unfortunately it gave me bilateral leg paralysis and nerve damage.

I can’t possibly discribe the last year, the physical and emotional pain mixed with the immobility has completely changed my life and way of thinking!

It’s also effected all of my family, friends and work colleagues lives in so many ways!

My perspectives on life and people have changed some for the better and some for the worse.

But I have grown through this in so many ways, I still have a long way to go in recovery but I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than by being in Pakistan finally doing some good and a consistent form of work.

And yes I say celebrate because I’m celebrating my recovery but also celebrating the fact that I was given the opportunity to see life from a different perspective and learn and grow from it!!!

Everything life throws at you is a learning opportunity if you let it be!!!

07/11/2023

Where there’s a will there’s a way!!!!

18/10/2023

What is this!!??!!

😍😍😍 my physios signing me off that I’m now able to go to the gym (not the 6 days of HITT I want but 3-4 days of something better than nothing) 😍😍😍

I’ve yet to hit any of my personal goals through this recovery because I kept on pushing them further and further ahead, I didn’t accept what was I pushed for more!!!

So much so, my medical team think I’m 6 months ahead on my recovery!!!

I’m not sure what full recovery is yet, in my head it’s getting back to everything I used to do and I’m sticking with that until someone tells me other wise!!!

Recovery is possible 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻 and it’s insight 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻