Sunny-ish Sunday
Everyone you ask in Sydney tells you they’re sick to death of all the rain. After a record-breaking August that saw over 368mm of rain—more than four times the monthly … Read the rest “Sunny-ish Sunday”
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.
What do people wear in February on the streets of Stockholm?
People often say that when you return from a holiday, the first thing you think about is where to go next. This year, after my trip to China, I’ve been … Read the rest “What do people wear in February…
Things were a lot different back then…
Things were a lot different when Australia’s most successful female Paralympian, Ellie Cole, began her sports career. Her experiences highlight the significant progress that has been made for athletes with … Read the rest “Things were a lot different back…
Pre-Diabetic (Again!!)
Over the last couple of years, I’ve become intimately acquainted with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). While my maternal grandmother had T2D and experienced complications like the loss of a couple … Read the rest “Pre-Diabetic (Again!!)”
Art and Accessibility
I made the most of the glorious Sydney winter sunshine today, getting out and about to enjoy some art, embrace the beach, and even gain a new perspective on accessibility.… Read the rest “Art and Accessibility”
Two Years On: Reflections on My “Stump-iversary”
Just two years ago, my life took an unexpected turn with the amputation of my lower right limb. Today marks that anniversary, or as I’ve playfully dubbed it, my “stump-iversary.” … Read the rest “Two Years On: Reflections on My…