[QUAD-L] Driving
I just got a driving permit. I took the written test, now late Sep. I go and get fitted and see if I can drive myself. On the way home, I saw a pickup truck fitted for a quad driver. The lift came out the drivers door, lifted him, then pulled the lift into the drivers seat area. Very cool, but it was a huge truck. Hard enough driving a van in a parking lot, I truck would be a hassle. Greg
Re: [QUAD-L] New wheelchair wheelie wheels question
Any chair worth it's salt can flip itself. I'd highly recommend you keep the wheelie bars. john In a message dated 8/16/2006 8:10:06 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Just got a new electric .wheelchair Question on those back wheelie wheels things.Do i really need them,they seem tO Be a pain in the butt.I never had to worry before about them when they were not on about tipping back.Did any of you guys.thanksJohnnyJohnny
RE: [QUAD-L] 11 Aug 2006 - 19 yrs. post....
Greg, I haven’t had the pleasure of meeting or corresponding with you but am very interested in learning more about you. Forgive me if we have met and I haven’t realized it! I live in Hendersonville, TN and my son is currently in Murfreesboro most of the time. He was paralyzed four years ago and just this past weekend graduated from MTSU. We are now at another crossroad of life. He anticipates going on for his Master’s in a year. In the meantime he desires to work at whatever level he dare but can’t take on too much in order to maintain insurance coverage. We don’t dare let that protection go before he has completed all levels of schooling. He continues being insured through my husband’s work due to being totally disabled and dependent upon us for basic needs. Once he is able to support himself the insurance is gone permanently. They would love to see that day! I fought hard to keep him insured and succeeded. Reading the fine print pays. Ok enough of that discussion. Dylan will be playing Rugby with the Nashville team starting September. We live too close not to become acquainted! Hope to hear from you! Karen From: David K. Kelmer [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, August 16, 2006 9:00 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Quad-List Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] 11 Aug 2006 - 19 yrs. post Hi Greg, Congratulations on your 19 years. Keep up the great attitude and look forward to your next 19 years! It seems to me Mark had an anniversary Aug. 2, so if I missed it, and any others in Aug, a 'HOORAY' to you all! With Love, CtrlAltDel aka Dave C4/5 Complete - 30 Years Post Texas, USA [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: August is a popular month for spinal cord injuries. I'm 19 years post on 11 August 2006. Those 19 years sure look better from this end than the 1987 end. Greg Tomerlin Lebanon, TN -Original Message- Sent: Tuesday, August 08, 2006 6:49 PM To: quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: FW: Re: [QUAD-L] 8-7-06/18 yrs. post Yesterday was my 35th anniversary as a quad. About 1 o'clock on that day I dived into Green River reservoir and the rest is history. Larry
Re: FW: Re: [QUAD-L] 11 Aug 2006 - 19 yrs. post....
Hi Danny, Yeah, a lot of August Quads! My best to you on your 9 years...may your next 9 bring you health, joy, and peace! With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 30 Years PostTexas, USA Danny Hearn <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: True a lot of August Quads.I just passed 9 years August 3rd--car wreck-c-6William Willis <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I'm one of those unfortunates that goes by his middle name. I'm William Willis on this list. Why I registered with my first name, I don't know, but I have posted fairly regularly for about 3 yrs. I have noticed that August seems to be the month for sci's.>From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]>To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], quad-list@eskimo.com>Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] 11 Aug 2006 - 19 yrs. post Date: Wed, 9 Aug 2006 >18:48:57 EDT>>So true. Glad you are here to look back on your experiences without >looking>down. It was 32 years in September 25 for me and it is sometimes hard to>think it has been that long. Looking forward is much harder with all the>problems one can get in older quad years>. It would be great if stem cells could help some of these conditions >that>occurred to us that they probably have not even studied. I don't remember >you>posting before, nice to meet you>>Dana>>Hi Larry,>>Congratulations on your 35th year in quadville, I did not see your e-mail>address to send greetings to you . So I don't know that I'm familiar with >you>either, Larry. Good to know another quad. The summer months seem to be >the>most hazardous for entering our world .>>>Dana>>August is a popular month for spinal cord injuries.>I'm 19 years post on 11 August 2006. Those 19 years>sure look better from this end than the 1987 end.>>Greg Tomerlin>Lebanon, TN>>>-Original Message->Sent: Tuesday, August 08, 2006 6:49 PM>To: quad-list@eskimo.com>Subject: FW: Re: [QUAD-L] 8-7-06/18 yrs. post>>>Yesterday was my 35th anniversary as a quad. About 1 o'clock on that day>I>dived into Green River reservoir and the rest is history. Larry>>
Re: [QUAD-L] 11 Aug 2006 - 19 yrs. post....
Hi Greg, Congratulations on your 19 years. Keep up the great attitude and look forward to your next 19 years! It seems to me Mark had an anniversary Aug. 2, so if I missed it, and any others in Aug, a 'HOORAY' to you all! With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 30 Years PostTexas, USA [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: August is a popular month for spinal cord injuries.I'm 19 years post on 11 August 2006. Those 19 years sure look better from this end than the 1987 end.Greg TomerlinLebanon, TN-Original Message-Sent: Tuesday, August 08, 2006 6:49 PMTo: quad-list@eskimo.comSubject: FW: Re: [QUAD-L] 8-7-06/18 yrs. postYesterday was my 35th anniversary as a quad. About 1 o'clock on that dayI dived into Green River reservoir and the rest is history. Larry
Re: [QUAD-L] New wheelchair wheelie wheels question
If your backrest has a slight recline to it and most of your battery weight is also in the rear, going forward up an incline will most definitely take your front wheels off the ground and throw you backwards! T. Houston C5 C6 - Original Message - From: Johnny To: QUAD-LIST@eskimo.com Sent: Wednesday, August 16, 2006 7:09 PM Subject: [QUAD-L] New wheelchair wheelie wheels question Just got a new electric .wheelchair Question on those back wheelie wheels things.Do i really need them,they seem tO Be a pain in the butt.I never had to worry before about them when they were not on about tipping back.Did any of you guys.thanksJohnnyJohnny
Re: FW: Re: [QUAD-L] 8-7-06/18 yrs. post....
Hi Larry, A big congratulations on your 35th year. I'm sure you can be proud of all that you have overcome in those 35 years, and thankful for all you have in your life now! You've come along way, and may you continue to move forward in life. With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 30 Years PostTexas, USA William Willis <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Yesterday was my 35th anniversary as a quad. About 1 o'clock on that day I dived into Green River reservoir and the rest is history. Larry>From: "RollinOn" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>>Reply-To: "RollinOn" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>>To: , "t crook" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>>Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] 8-7-06/18 yrs. post>Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2006 17:19:19 -0500 (Central Daylight Time)>>Hope you had an awesome day Tim!>>>Mark>>---Original Message--->>From: t crook>Date: 08/08/06 10:04:35>To: quad-list@eskimo.com>Subject: [QUAD-L] 8-7-06/18 yrs. post>>Hi all- the dog day's summer reflect yet another year of survival as a quad>for me. Life has had it's ups and downs; but life is as good as we perceive>it. I tend to carry my head high and hang tough.>>I celebrated life yesterday by making my new concocted recipe (skillet >fried>rotisserie glazed chicken breasts) with my fiancee' and 8 yr. old son>btw- it rocked!>>~Peace~>Tim c5/c6 18 yrs. post>www.geocities.com/onemofortom>www.whoopiekatjewelry.comDo you Yahoo!?>Get on board. You're invited to try the new Yahoo! Mail Beta.>
Re: [QUAD-L] 8-7-06/18 yrs. post....
Hi Tim, You're a good man, my friend! Your attitude about life shows you were a good man before your accident, you have just learned how important the little things in our lives mean to us now that we're Quads! May your next 18 years hold the best for you, and your head is always held high. With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 30 Years PostTexas, USA t crook <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Hi all- the dog day's summer reflect yet another year of survival as a quad for me. Life has had it's ups and downs; but life is as good as we perceive it. I tend to carry my head high and hang tough. I celebrated life yesterday by making my new concocted recipe (skillet fried rotisserie glazed chicken breasts) with my fiancee' and 8 yr. old son btw- it rocked! ~Peace~ Tim c5/c6 18 yrs. post www.geocities.com/onemofortom www.whoopiekatjewelry.com Do you Yahoo!?Get on board. You're invited to try the new Yahoo! Mail Beta.
Re: [QUAD-L] 8-2-06
Hi Jason, That is so great to hear! Life is so much better when you're controlling it with a hearty spirit. That was a wonderful way to show how you felt about your new love. Way to go With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 30 Years PostTexas, USA Jason Thurston <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I have been waiting to send a message to the group. Last year on August 2 I was reading the 12 pages of advice, most of which I received from the quad list. I don't post very often, but most days I read all of the messages. I learned a lot in the past year, especially not to lose hope. Instead of being sad or withdrawn this year on the second anniversary of my accident, I spent it with my new love. It was her birthday and I told her I had to go to work, even though I usually work from home on Wednesdays. I had her convinced that I wasn't going to do much for her birthday. Instead of going to work I went to a few stores, purchased several presents, balloons, cards, flowers, two cakes, and a bunch of her favorite foods. I decided to make the most of the day and be happy to be alive. Just thought I'd share, since somehow I feel like I know most of you guys. Thank you for being there in your own way. What a great support network. Bye for now JT C6 quad, two years post-, August 2, 2004
Re: [QUAD-L] A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words
Hi Sandy, I believe you can see my pic on Shahidul Alam's Site, second row, far right. http://scilist.port5.com/scipages/scipics3.htm Or, view my 'Yahoo Profile' at http://profiles.yahoo.com/davekelmer?intl=us&os=win&ver=7.5.0.811 With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 30 Years PostTexas, USA [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would love to be able to associate a face with a name. Do any of you have a picture? Here is me and my son. Sandy
[QUAD-L] New wheelchair wheelie wheels question
Just got a new electric . wheelchair Question on those back wheelie wheels things. Do i really need them,they seem tO Be a pain in the butt. I never had to worry before about them when they were not on about tipping back. Did any of you guys. thanks Johnny Johnny
Re: [QUAD-L] Fast Chairs?
I replied to Greg's original chair email, but I'm new to the Quad list and don't know how to reply correctly to emails where my reply will be displayed correctly. I think I messed up your email. I'm [EMAIL PROTECTED] , but that's not my reply. Can anyone tell me how to reply correctly to Quad list emails? Sorry for the confusion! Rhonda
Re: [QUAD-L] Fast Chairs?
I just turned in a chair that I was not satisfied with, just happened to be a peach tree equipped TDX5. For me I was having difficulties with seating, but I really feel it was more of a vendor problem. The wheelchair was not getting into my van satisfactorily and I am currently not in the position to purchase a new one. I am hoping to be able to get a new Quickie in place of the TDX, but I just don't know what they're going to do next. My odyssey has taken over 2 1/2 years and I sincerely hope yours does not even come close to being is difficult as mine has been. Definitely testdrive the chair you are thinking about.Billy[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:In a message dated 8/16/2006 6:08:31 PM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: But what is a great, FAST, front-wheel or mid-wheel drive chair? Tilt, recline, needed. I use a tdx3, might try to get a tdx5, but what are other fast ones? Thx, GregFast in the medical mobility market is about 6 miles ahour tops. Beyond that manufacturers are exposing themselves to a very costly insurance risk. They would rather listen to you complain the have to face your lawyer in a courtroom. W.. Stay in the know. Pulse on the new Yahoo.com. Check it out.
Re: [QUAD-L] Fast Chairs?
In a message dated 8/16/2006 6:08:31 PM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: But what is a great, FAST, front-wheel or mid-wheel drive chair? Tilt, recline, needed. I use a tdx3, might try to get a tdx5, but what are other fast ones? Thx, Greg Fast in the medical mobility market is about 6 miles ahour tops. Beyond that manufacturers are exposing themselves to a very costly insurance risk. They would rather listen to you complain the have to face your lawyer in a courtroom. W
Re: [QUAD-L] Fast Chairs?
In a message dated 8/16/06 12:19:55 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I’m having a heck of a time getting anew chair. It was about set when the company went under, now it was forward to a new place and must be resubmitted. Anyway, instead of just buying one, I’m getting fitted for one. Hopefully I will sit better in it. I like a back they showed me that you fill with air, then lock it onto shape. But what is a great, FAST, front-wheel or mid-wheel drive chair? Tilt, recline, needed. I use a tdx3, might try to get a tdx5, but what are other fast ones? Thx, Greg I had a nightmare with getting my first new wheelchair after my original 14 year old chair. Long story, not good. Hopefully your experience will be better than mine! Sorry I can't help you there. I drive a sip n puff wheelchair so I don't need speed. One of my aides calls me "creep dog" because I drive my wheelchair really slow. Rhonda C4-5 complete (post 15 years)
Re: [QUAD-L] Fast Chairs?
demo,demo,demo - Original Message - From: Greg To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Wednesday, August 16, 2006 12:19 AM Subject: [QUAD-L] Fast Chairs? Im having a heck of a time getting anew chair. It was about set when the company went under, now it was forward to a new place and must be resubmitted. Anyway, instead of just buying one, Im getting fitted for one. Hopefully I will sit better in it. I like a back they showed me that you fill with air, then lock it onto shape. But what is a great, FAST, front-wheel or mid-wheel drive chair? Tilt, recline, needed. I use a tdx3, might try to get a tdx5, but what are other fast ones? Thx, Greg
Re: [QUAD-L] Diagnosis
I was injured in 74 and wearing a Foley catheter, in 85 , I was diagnosed with bladder cancer. And I went through chemotherapy for three months (I don't remember exactly how long) it did not work, so they decided to remove my bladder. There were a few other options, that he did not think they would be best for me for me. Two years ago , my mother was diagnosed with bladder cancer, in a removed her bladder also. I know they can make some kind of artificial bladder inside, but I don't know anything about it. I thought wearing a bag would be really horrible, but it turned out to be , not that much different than wearing a bed bag and catheter. Easier to change. I cannot empty myself, so I attach mind to a bed bag that hangs on my chair. I have a black bag made out of windbreaker materials with Velcro, across the top , and in a V-shaped on the bottom with Velcro also. That works at easier, so I can drink as much as I want to. I was told to drink about 2 quarts a day with it. I don't think the frequency of UTI's is any different than catheter. I have never had any problems with my ostomy slip my mothers does and it is painful daily. She is AB and can feel. That would be a good question for the group. How many UTI to all of us have a year. Dana ( C4-5, 32 years post, 52, Prairie Village, Kansas suburb, of Kansas City) When I went to Craig the first time in 88 , I was told that they had only one other person with a ileal conduit or urostomy.
