Re: [QUAD-L] ? go no mail

Oh, darn, I was afraid that unsubscribing completely from the list was the only option. I was hoping for just a time of no mail.  Thank you Eric.    Candle http://community.webshots.com/user/Candle850 Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David

[QUAD-L] ? go no mail

Due to health problems, I would like to go no mail. Is there a way to do that?   Candle http://community.webshots.com/user/Candle850 Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds ***

Re: [QUAD-L] diabetic

How many times a day do you have to test? Are you able to control it well with diet alone at this time? Candle http://community.webshots.com/user/Candle850 Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds

Re: [QUAD-L] diabetic

Thank you. I have already started to change my diet so I hope it improves. Candle http://community.webshots.com/user/Candle850 Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds

[QUAD-L] diabetic

Well, I may have an answer to falling down. I didn't think that I had passed out and my husband didn't think I was passing out, just falling. I found out I'm diabetic. So, I'll have to meter my blood sugar and take oral meds. At this point, they don't believe that I'll need insulin. Candle

Re: [QUAD-L] Pain Management

I have a heating pad safety pinned to the back of my wheelchair (through the cloth cover of the pad to the leather of my chair). I need it or there are days, I'm so stiff and in pain that meds won't help at all. Candle http://community.webshots.com/user/Candle850 Scars remind of us where

Re: [QUAD-L] UTI Hell

and determining the strain which was supposed to give them the idea of what antibiotic would be best. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds

Re: [QUAD-L] Question

and inflamation and that seems to help me.   Your situation sounds much more severe than what I have to deal with, so it may be something totally different. Candle http://community.webshots.com/user/Candle850 Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David

Re: [QUAD-L] Hi, Jackie

accomplished a great deal and graduating law school. How wonderful is that?   Welcome to the group and I look forward to your posts. Candle http://community.webshots.com/user/Candle850 Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal

Re: [QUAD-L] Shoulder pain

when I am having a great day.   SO after all that, the pain might not be what you think it is. As another poster replied that if ibuprofen and heat don't help, then you might want to see a doctor. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David

Re: [QUAD-L] keep falling

to wait before adding more to the bills. I was just hoping someone could give me some ideas that I haven't thought of yet to prevent the falling. When I move, I try to go slow and I use my walker or cane. It is the weird sitting and falling that I don't know what to do about. Candle Scars

Re: [QUAD-L] Wheelchair supplier problems. ~ HELP ~

your business. I suspect that they have lost a lot of business and are feeling it which may have been why they were so horrible. I would hate to think were ever that way with you before. You don't need that kind of treatment. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate

Re: [QUAD-L] Spine bruising

won't press against the back of your chair. You can drape the towels/blanket over the back of your chair. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds

Re: [QUAD-L] Religion and Politics

I used to be one a different list. I can't remember what it was called either, but I got tired of all the spam. Someone from that other list sent me a link to sign up for this one, which is how I found quad-l. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we

[QUAD-L] keep falling

do to keep from falling? Honestly, sitting on the bed and then I'm on the floor. What the heck am I doing wrong?   Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds ***

Re: [QUAD-L] More bovine fecal rolls

Larry, get well soon. Hospitals are the pits. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds *** From: Patrick

Re: [QUAD-L] keep falling

quite lucky, but there are still days that I can't see it. It hurts losing so much. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds

Re: [QUAD-L] Pain and constipation

, but with no luck. So that is why I use the exlax.   I have been reading what others do in case my situation grows worse as I age. I want a list of ideas. Best to be prepared. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds

Re: [QUAD-L] Pain need input

Ditto, here too. It made me foggy and unable to think, but did nothing for pain. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds

Fw: [QUAD-L] Pain need input

don't need a lot of pain meds.   Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds *** - Forwarded Message - From: RONALD L PRACHT r.pra

Re: [QUAD-L] Pain and constipation

too, so I do anything to prevent it. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds *** From: jume9...@comcast.net

Re: [QUAD-L] Obamacare

I didn't takt it like you were callin him a bigot, just that the post wasn't in the best taste. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds

Re: [QUAD-L] Obamacare

didn't do what it was supposed to for some groups. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds *** From: John S

Re: [QUAD-L] Interesting

I am the same way. It might be because of my decreased circulation or my thyroid problem. The doctors are not sure which to blame. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds

Re: [QUAD-L] Honey for bed sores?

to do much for, but that is why there are different types of treatments to help the people who respond differently. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds

Re: [QUAD-L] medical bill

Thanks John, We keep trying, day by day. We continue to hope that things improve. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds

Re: [QUAD-L] Old Time Radio (OTR) / Audio Books

a good book. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds *** From: wheelch...@aol.com wheelch...@aol.com To: g

Re: [QUAD-L] Tailbone sore

Here is a link (if I did it correctly) for a Coccyx Cushion if you still need it. It is on sale right now.   http://www.allegromedical.com/personal-care-c532/poli-foam-coccyx-cushion-p554701.html Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David

Re: [QUAD-L] YOU are all my quad friends

That is a lot of responsibility they placed on you. It is also a great honor. I hope everything goes well. I think it woud be so stressful to deal with that kind of thing. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal

Re: [QUAD-L] I need a friend

to a friend or relative that they would have to continuously see. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds *** From

[QUAD-L] Finally got my chair

will go away. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds ***

Re: [QUAD-L] medical bill

. An unmmaried, unemployed woman can pop out five kids by five different men and live a better life than my husband and I can live. PLEASE! Anything different than what we have now is worth a shot for us.     Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we

[QUAD-L] equipment deliver/time

have learned to walk again, and on my good days, I do okay. Last night was not a good day and I almost fell trying to get to the bathroom. It made me so angry because I had waited so long and still did not have the chair. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate

Re: [QUAD-L] Independent living?

time with the kids, but I don't feel right having them do the heavy cleaning type of stuff, just because they are kids. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds

Re: [QUAD-L] Obamacare

to cocaine in utero. She is now 13, but when she was adopted, the insurance company didn't want to cover her because of her history. I think it is a shame that people like my husband and my niece can be denied medical coverage by no fault of their own. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been

[QUAD-L] medical bill

said it in passing as she was reveiwing my notes. When I asked her why he left, she claimed to have not known the reason. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds ***

Re: [QUAD-L] Low Protein, etc.

vitamins at a local health food store (I can tell a difference by the coloring of my skin), but I get the whey protein powder at Sams because I can get more for the price per ounce that way. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi

Re: [QUAD-L] medical question

for pain as needed. I get a 30 days supply that I am able to stretch out from 6 months to a year. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds

Re: [QUAD-L] Work at Home Jobs for the Disabled

to pay. That was the end of my work at home experience.   I don't have the ability to do anything fun for any extended time, I'm certainly not going to allow anyone to abuse me for any length of time. (I'm still bitter by my experience.) Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have

Re: [QUAD-L] Pressure sores Irritaion From Tape

Sometimes, the tape actually peels my skin. I have to use a little baby powder or corn starch. The problem is if I use too much powder, the tape won't stick at all. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds

[QUAD-L] dietary needs

or do you? Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds ***

Fw: [QUAD-L] Red groin

Just FYI, if one is prone to yeast infections, then you probably do not want to use powder with corn starch in it because starch is a form of sugar, it breaks down into simple sugars which will feed the yeast. Instead, talc powders are better for the yeast prone. Candle Scars remind of us

[QUAD-L] Hydroferablu

can sneed into my smoothies for extra iron. Hope everyone is doing okay. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds ***

Re: [QUAD-L] why people are reluctant to post

offended that the woman laughed, but we do still give her a hard time about it, even my nephew who still at 15 years old does not think it was funny. Poor kid, it really affected him. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi

[QUAD-L] how my nieces and nephew have dealt with my SCI

and add baking soda and then a little bit of vinegar to watch it erupt. Sometimes we add red food coloring to make it look more like lava. We do our best to have fun. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds ***

Re: [QUAD-L] wound question

keep it from turning into a hard ball that pokes into my wound making the wound deeper.   I'm going to try to add the manuka honey and maybe the mineral oil tonight. If that doesn't work, I am probably going to stop the hydraferablue (I cannot spell that to save my life.) Candle Scars remind

[QUAD-L] why people are reluctant to post

First, let me say that this is not an attack on anyone. This is sent with compassion and a need to share what others have said to me.   I have read a few posts today in my in box that was sent directly to me instead of the list. Some where very poignant and made me cry. I had more than one that

[QUAD-L] wound question

that long, the sponge dries up and basically deepens my wound. I hate it. Is there anything that I can put on it so it doesn't dry out? I am about to stop using it. We used it once before and it didn't work then, either. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we

Re: [QUAD-L] Bad jock rot

in a bigger pan of simmering water. Stir in the vegetable oil. Pour into cups/molds and let cool. Pop out of “mold” and it’s ready to use. The beeswax will fragrance the bars with a nice, light honey smell, or you can stir in a little essential oil before you pour it into the molds. Candle

Re: [QUAD-L] Fwd: a little advise

to hope for good days just to get out of bed. My husband has been great, but I know he misses the old me too. I'm just luckier than most since he stuck by me.   As I said, I know I am lucky. I just have days where I still need to think, reflect, and come to terms with my new self. Candle Scars

Re: [QUAD-L] Fwd: a little advise

wants to do on his own.   I tend to feel like I need a lot of help on some days and then none on others. I had the energy and ability to clean a couple of days ago, but today, I can barely walk and sit in my chair. Good luck. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate

Re: [QUAD-L] sediment in urine

If you are serious, can you post a link to that information? I have never heard of that, and I do hope that you were joking. Everyone will eventually die, but that is like saying it is a proven fact that anyone who breathes will die. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have

Re: [QUAD-L] Frustration over new doctors

, as I'm sure many of us know.   I do my flexing exercises, left lifs, and other easy strengthening exercises. But aerobics it out. He was one that I consider not bothering to care or understand what we go through. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we

[QUAD-L] Frustration over new doctors

. I'm a horrible speller.  Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds ***

Re: [QUAD-L] Kindle vs Nook

Thank you for everyone who answered my audio question.   Do the Kindle and Nook have memory cards? When people say they can download books, do they have access to them all the time, or only when in a wi-fi area? Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we

Fw: [QUAD-L] Sleeplessness

. I was so exhausted and I still couldn't sleep until I took a pain pill. Both nights I had to and I slept light a baby. I hate that I get used to a certain level of pain and just consider it normal. I sometimes don't realize that I am hurting until the pain stops. Anyone else have that? Candle

Re: [QUAD-L] NEED YOUR INPUT

-living-aids-c519.html Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds *** From: Rene Bullard moip...@yahoo.com To: quad

Re: [QUAD-L] Kindle vs Nook

about. I could put the Kindle/Nook into a small bag. I have a sweatshirt with a pocket on the front that I place some lightweigh items in. I figure that would work for the e-reader. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi

Re: [QUAD-L] Holiday Season

Hi Nicki.   I'm sorry that this has happened to you. Fifteen year olds can have a strange way of thinking. To me, it sounds like she is being a typical teenager not seeing past herself. You can see that as good if you think of all the other kids her age going through the same thing.

Fw: [QUAD-L] germaphobes

like you. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds ***   From: Don Price donpric...@yahoo.com To: quad-list

Fw: [QUAD-L] germaphobes

. We don't have kids and we don't have any close relatives living near us to help with me.   The pain meds are messing with my thinking. In the paragraph, I wrote work instead of drive. My brain isn't working.  Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we

Re: [QUAD-L] germaphobes

don't get offended like people are afraid to touch me. If I felt that, I would say something to them because that is horrible. I wonder if you helper had someone like me where they had to be careful about germs and are not careful with everyone. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been

[QUAD-L] phones

make a bag that holds everything that I might need to carry in our home. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds ***

Re: [QUAD-L] Intimacy

Don, your Never give up! Reminds me of the movie Galaxy Quest where the commander always says Never give up, never surrender. Both make me want to be a stronger person. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds

Fw: [QUAD-L] Intimacy

caregiver and my husband. Sometimes, with work and dealing with my health issues, he is too tired for intimate times. Othertimes, I am too sore so we really have to time it just right. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are going. ~David Rossi

[QUAD-L] People can be so awful

the kids let alone take the youngest shopping. By that time, the boots were sold out. So the kid had to pick something else and she was very sweet about it, but you could tell it bothered her.   I do seem to know the strange people of the world. Candle Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t

Re: [QUAD-L] Re: [DisabledOfAmerica] who's hot for this teacher? lets chat

that are moderated to prevent that?   Candle  A sad soul can kill you quicker than a germ.~John Steinbeck * From: wheelch...@aol.com wheelch...@aol.com To: daa...@aol.com; quad-list@eskimo.com Sent