It is with sincere gratitude for the many blessings which Christian Science has brought to me that I give my testimony. About thirteen years ago I was attacked with spinal meningitis, from which I did not fully recover. Two years later I was again seized with a similar attack. I was unconscious for seven days, and when I became conscious again my sight was gone. This happened in December, 1899. During those ten years of total blindness I hardly knew what it was to have a well day. At times I would suffer terribly with my spine and head. Eight years after the first attack I was again taken sick with spinal trouble, which left me unable to walk or talk, and my limbs were paralyzed from my waist down. The doctors told me they could not do anything for me and that I would have to spend the remainder of my days in that condition. At this time I was only able to move about in a wheel-chair, much discouraged and with but little to live for. It was then that I realized that "man's extremity is God's opportunity." Having exhausted all known material means, and being in a hopeless state, Christian Science was brought to me, and after taking treatment for eight months my speech suddenly returned. Six weeks later I arose from my chair and walked. I continued to improve rapidly from then on. After another year's treatment I awoke one morning in January, 1910, to find my sight fully restored. My eyes are strong and my health is perfect since I was healed, which is now over a year ago.
While I am deeply grateful for the physical healing, my gratitude for the mental and spiritual regeneration is beyond expression. For all these blessings I am truly thankful to God, and grateful to our beloved Leader, Mrs. Eddy, for all that has helped me to the truth.
Chicago, Ill.
