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.
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