The Blessings of Traveling with Disabilities
It’s such an exciting time. Our youngest child, Matt is getting married. Matthew moved to Missouri when his brother Mike, was stationed there while serving in the US Air Force. What I thought was a…
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The Most Useful Things Amputees Need (That Others Forget About)
What Are the Best, Most Useful Things That Amputees Need? Amputee stories are always so inspiring. As a quad amputee, I read them to search for ideas. I’m looking for tips and tricks for successful…
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Handicapped Bathrooms & Parking Spaces
How do you feel about using a handicapped bathroom stall or parking in a handicapped parking space? Before I needed to use them, I don’t believe that I gave it much thought, especially the…
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Cowgirl Hats & Goofy Waves
It wouldn’t be summer without a night out at a live music concert. This is something that Megan and I love to do together. Our favorite outdoor venue is real close to home. So…
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Big Tater Takes on the Pemi
I should start by reminding you that my daughter’s nickname for me is Big Tater. I’m still not sure why, but the name stuck. I now reciprocate this term of endearment by calling her Tater…
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Handless in the Kitchen
I love to eat and I love to cook, however my lack of hands present a unique set of challenges and make it very frustrating in the kitchen. Basically, at this stage in my life…
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Look Ma, No Hands
Why don’t I wear prosthetic arms? In a nutshell, they are big, & heavy and even though they were hard to operate, it would’ve made sense to make them work if they did anything more…
