I know what you mean Joan. I sometimes am shopping by myself, while my friend is parking a van or on an errand . I often have to rely on persons to help me with the elevator or a door as I cannot push the button for the elevator and a lot of the doors most of the time. Buttons are not always properly wheelchair friendly. I often knocked my glass away from my mouth and I need help with getting my straw again. I find people are very helpful, if you can get their attention to ask for help. I also have to have people get my card off my box that holds papers and a card holding wallet and my phone, iPod. In stores that know me, they even sign my name for purchases. Persons are often attracted by my little yorkie, named Zoe. Sometimes of children come up unintended, I worry that I will roll over them if they will move. Store persons often help me with getting the child to move so they are not injured until their parent comes over to check on them. It is sometimes entertaining to see if people will lend you a helping hand. Dana
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