June 6th was my 1-year anniversary for my amputation on a Thursday. My right foot and ankle are gone. A 12 lb. weight loss program.
2 months later roughly, I received my prosthetic. It was a Friday, within the weekend, I was walking unassisted and up and down the stairs at home. I use the elevator in public buildings and avoid the stairs in public buildings. After a couple of weeks, I was back to driving. Mashing my right leg down on the gas pedal and using my left foot for the brake. It took a few months to get a smooth braking. Felt like a teenage driver again with jerky braking.
Things that I have noticed.
Handicap parking is great!!!
Not all handicap stalls are equal. Mass majority lack vertical hndrails for better standing to the feet.
Arthritis in the hips with a fake leg requires electric shoppingcart at Wally World.
Wearing shorts makes everything easier.
Doors are opened for me.
I get asked a lot if I'm a veteran which I reply no to. I wish I was.
to all veterans and especially to the wounded veterans.
At 53, I'm ready to be in the Boston Marathon using my wheelchair. Not looking to win, just being part of the event.
