Amputee Advantage
Approaching the polling booth at the Bourke Street Public School for the NSW Local Government elections, I overheard a couple of people speaking. “My friend told me she had to … Read the rest “Amputee Advantage”
Tag limbshift
In 2023, the bottom half of my right leg was amputated. The cause was a combination of infection and previously undiagnosed diabetes. This happens to lots of people, and I hope these posts may help others.These posts appear in reverse chronological order, so go to the first story https://jamesobrien.id.au/2023/07/hes-conscious/ and take it from there.
My New Right Foot
I’ll eventually end up with two new prosthetic feet, one for daily use and one that’s waterproof. I won’t be competing in the Paralympics just yet, but the new foot … Read the rest “My New Right Foot”
A friendly encounter at Coogee Beach
A nearby bloke struck up a conversation with me today at Coogee Beach. He was getting dressed after a swim, while I sat there shirtless, soaking up the sun. Even … Read the rest “A friendly encounter at Coogee Beach”
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. I went … Read the rest “Getting up off the floor”
Getting “legless” at Friday night drinks
I can’t recall the last time I indulged in a classic ‘Afterwork Friday Drinks.’ With my illness and the lingering effects of COVID lockdowns, it feels like long time. A … Read the rest “Getting “legless” at Friday night drinks”
Shrinking Leg and New Prosthetic
My residual limb – the lower part of my leg remaining after my below-knee amputation last year – has been steadily shrinking over the past year. I’ve gone from a … Read the rest “Shrinking Leg and New Prosthetic”