Food, Politics and Acting
There was lots to talk about today, as I attended a monthly “meeting” of the First Sunday Roast Club. For about a year now, three other friends and I have … Read the rest “Food, Politics and Acting”
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.
Take a closer look, before you vote
My democratic duty is done. I pre-voted today, as I am working tomorrow. (Why I’m working tomorrow is a good story which I’ll share later). The people working at the … Read the rest “Take a closer look, before you…
Caution, wet floor
About six weeks after my fall and my emergency hip replacement, I had a follow-up x-ray and appointment today. When it came to the x-ray, I was told by text … Read the rest “Caution, wet floor”
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”
Challenging week
This week has been both enjoyable and challenging. I’ve experienced significant fatigue, which has been happening most days, likely due to the combined effects of my previous amputation and the … Read the rest “Challenging week”
I have ONE disability, not all of them.
I’ve been living with a disability – a lower right limb amputation – for almost two years, but one of the things that’s still happening and most surprises me is … Read the rest “I have ONE disability, not all…