Tag Archives: wheelchair
Ignorance
Recently, I was reminded that ignorance can give rise to many unnecessary, unfounded fears. Chad’s school often plays sport against teams from upcountry. As parents, we are expected to host at least two children from the visiting school for the … Continue reading
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Tagged bias, disability, discrimination, ignorance, judgmental, quadriplegic, Tracy Todd, wheelchair
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Dear Body
Dear Body I’m sorry that I hurt you by breaking our neck all those years ago. I was young, with an arrogant attitude to life that I was invincible. I didn’t appreciate your youthful beauty at the time, I know, … Continue reading
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Tagged human body, MRI scans, quadriplegic, spasms, Tracy Todd, wheelchair
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Quadriplegia for Dummies
Quadriplegia (my life) For Dummies (yeah YOU). It took me a long time to understand what it means to be a quadriplegic. Most of you cannot begin to imagine what my life is like. I’m assuming that many people would … Continue reading
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Tagged bladder, bowel, catheter, catheterization, pain, paraplegia, paraplegic, pressure sores, quadriplegia, quadriplegic, sex, spinal cord injury, Tracy Todd, wheelchair
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A Feast of Trials
This weekend, I was invited out to dinner with some very dear friends. I never hesitated and accepted the invitation, gratefully – especially since I have been suffering from a severe bout of cabin fever lately. If truth be told, … Continue reading
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Tagged cabin fever, combi, disabled parking, inspiration, motivation, quadriplegic, ramps, Tracy Todd, transport, wheelchair
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Cabin Fever
I have a beautiful house. I’m spoilt. I know. And I am appreciative. Promise. It’s not perfect. The only thing it really lacks is a view – and someone special – but that’s a story for another day. Otherwise, the … Continue reading
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Tagged cabin fever, handyman, home improvements, house, independence, inspiration, motivation, paralyzed, quadriplegic, Suzuki wheelchair, Tracy Todd, wheelchair
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Dear God… Are You There?
Dear God Are you there? How are you? I am well. But, then again, you know the truth. I think. Do you? Really? I hope you don’t mind but I’ve decided to write you a letter. I’m sorry that I’m … Continue reading
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Tagged accident, God, inspiration, prayer, quadriplegic, Tracy Todd, wheelchair
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Who’s Worthy?
For the past twelve-and-a-bit years I have been fighting to prove my worth to humanity. Sheesh! It’s been a long time! I’ve been sitting for a long, long time. Your legs are tired of walking? Hey, my butt is tired … Continue reading
Out to Lunch with the Boys
A while back I was invited out to lunch by two drop-dead-gorgeous 23-year-old guys. Hmmm Cougar Town here I come! Woo hoo! I was surprised that they asked but I never hesitated when accepting the invitation. Hey a woman can’t … Continue reading
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Tagged Bruce Fargher, cougar, hot date, inspiration, Matthew Cresswell, motivation, quadriplegic, toy boys, Tracy Todd, wheelchair
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Casual Day
Last night I was told a story of how someone’s wheelchair was stolen. My first reaction was one of horror. Oh my God, I would die! They can take everything. I don’t care. But, please! Not my wheelchair. Stories like … Continue reading
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Tagged 3 September 2010, casual day, disability, fundraising, inspiration, persons with disabilities, quadriplegic, Tracy Todd, wheelchair
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Dear Able-Body
Dear Able-Body These are in no specific order of importance. They are all important because they affect me and I am important. Please don’t label me disabled. Have you ever looked up the word in the dictionary? The following is … Continue reading
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Tagged disabled, do's and don'ts, paralysed, quadriplegic, Tracy Todd, wheelchair
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