Tag: amputation
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Going for a test drive
Today was all about mobility scooters, trying out a couple of models and I think I might have found “the one”!
This conpact foldable model I looked at is seriously … Read the rest “Going for a test drive”
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There’s no place like home
“Oh God, James, what have you done to yourself?”‘ my doctor said to me today with a smile, as I entered the surgery. I explained the fall, the hip replacement … Read the rest “There’s no place like home”
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Pants That Fit
Since my lower leg amputation last year, finding pants that fit comfortably over my prosthetic leg has been a real challenge. I went through several different prosthetics over the last … Read the rest “Pants That Fit”
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Getting up off the floor
In the last week, we’ve had a couple of really windy days in Sydney. Last Wednesday, in particular, was a day when conditions made the national nightly news.
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More Stumpiversary – Radio Spots
My story about the unexpected amputation I experienced last year has generated significant interest for many, including my colleragues at ABC Radio. I recently appeared on both ABC Radio Melbourne … Read the rest “More Stumpiversary – Radio Spots”
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Happy Stumpiversary
One year ago today, my life was forever changed. Friends Jo-Anne, Andrea, Ross, and my neighbour Alexis, along with emergency workers, broke into my apartment and saved my life. A … Read the rest “Happy Stumpiversary”
I regret not visiting the pub at Humpty Doo when we were in Darwin. I remember Fogg Dam where we…
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Modern architecture is not really my thing but I do like what I can here within the church.
I've reported a couple of really bad instances, but it seems like a lot of effort, when the answer is…
Public bike companies are very responsive to complaints, and Snap, Send, Solve is quite good too.