Blogger Blobby is recovering from a stress fracture, and is non-weight bearing on one leg for a few weeks. A couple of his posts reminded me of the lessons learned nearly 10 years ago when I had an adventure in modern medicine. Like Blobby will, I recovered, the lessons learned have stuck with me.
Don't be shy about asking for the handicapped parking tag. When mobility is limited, or difficult, you will find that parking a little closer makes a real difference in being able to engage in activities. We went to Germany while I was still limited in mobility, and Germany honored the parking placard.
Simply say, "Yes, Thank You!" when someone offers to hold a door for you. Doing so encourages good behavior. Doors can be a huge obstacle and a little help goes a long way.
Let those who are in a hurry, go ahead of you. Trying to stay in front of them, won't make your day any better, and if you have time, the kindness of saying, "I am fine, please go ahead" will pay benefits in the long run.
Don't be shy about using the electric shopping carts. The carts are there when you need them. Doing so will help you to return to normal, to remain or engage in life.
When you recover, remember the million little kindnesses and help others.
Few of us will get out of this life without at least a little period of being differently abled, it does not need to be the end of participating in life's activities. Go and Do, and be kind to others along the way.
Good advice. I can’t believe it’s only been 10 years. You’ve done well!
ReplyDeleteStill going reasonably well.
Delete"Let those who are in a hurry, go ahead of you. "
ReplyDeleteYES!!! What does it hurt, right?
Brings peace to my world to let them rush by.
DeleteWise words and I've picked up a couple of things you've mentioned. I don't know what electric shopping carts are though.
ReplyDeleteHow to explain, stores provide electric ride on scooters with shopping baskets on them.
DeleteExcellent advice, as always!
ReplyDeleteThere is wisdom with age.
DeleteThe can-do spirit and kindness make this journey of life worthwhile for others and for us. Love this post.
ReplyDeleteWhile waiting to start law school, I sold ladies shoes in a department store. When a customer needing a little extra care came in, the others would disappear into the back room, knowing that I would take the time and kindness.
DeleteSuch great advice. At my age, I'm a little slower especially on stairs. I always let the people behind me go by. I say, "please go ahead, you are faster than I am." I always get a smile and thank you.
ReplyDeleteStairs seem to be steeper than before
Delete"Go and Do, and be kind to others along the way." A good lesson for everyone no matter their abilities!
ReplyDeleteAt our senior center the door is super heavy. Which I don't understand, it a place for senior. So thankful the automatic door opener.
ReplyDeleteIt took me ten years of complaining to get a power opener on the door to one of the offices I worked in.
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ReplyDeletethat photo is infuriating.
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