[QUAD-L] air casts for pain

2005-01-09 Thread TheOmen723
has anyone tried an air cast for pain? they make them for your back, knees, ankles, etc. luke Aircast Products at BuyAircast.com

Re: [QUAD-L] Frustration/sensitive

2005-01-09 Thread Jkrocks
Iwas always taught by my parents never to stare at people with disabilities or that were different than I was. Even though I didn't find myself staring at times which, I still do on occasion, I never gave it any thought about their sex life. Now,being one of the people, I understand the

Re: [QUAD-L] ,,,,paras vs quads

2005-01-09 Thread TonyPony1
In a message dated 1/8/2005 11:49:40 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Ok, then you are right if there is a quad and a para next to each other or a person has a choice on whether they have a chance to date either a para or a quad. I feel that it is rare that a person would say,

Re: [QUAD-L] Frustration/sensitive

2005-01-09 Thread Dana Miller
Thats a good introspective concern! I had not really thought of it in that way--at least not to that extent. I know my self asteem is not that good, my eye contact either. I need to re-learn how to flirt! I used to be very good at it. A glass or 2 of wine or a drink will loosen me up, make

Re: [QUAD-L] Frustration/sensitive

2005-01-09 Thread Dana Miller
Hmmm, so there is another category people can put themselves in to. To me asexual applies to mostly microscopic or reptilian life forms. I'm sure there are others, but had not thought of it as being used with humans. Thanks, Dana and ? [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From:

Re: [QUAD-L] A-sexual

2005-01-09 Thread andrea murray
Hi Stacy, Yes Iwrite poetry. I also I'm a artist I do mix media Watter colors is my favorite and had a couple of them publish. As I was reading the answers to the question I asked. Whats the definition of a Lover and friendship to a Qued and a para. I did think anyone know the answer. So I have

[QUAD-L] Architectural Home Design

2005-01-09 Thread Lori Michaelson
This is in my current PARAPLEGIA NEWS' monthly magazine: PVA (Paralyzed Veterans of America) is producing the 2nd edition of Accessible Home Design: Architectural Solutions for the Wheelchair User. The new edition will include completely revised text, eye-catching color photos,

[QUAD-L] FW: Great Quotes to Live By

2005-01-09 Thread Houston809
Title: FW: Great Quotes to Live By Great Quotes to Live By Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one. — Albert Einstein If the time you live in does not challange you, invent another time. — Stefano Benni The future comes to us a lot sooner than it actually happens. — R.

Re: [QUAD-L] Frustration/sensitive

2005-01-09 Thread Houston809
Title: Re: [QUAD-L] Frustration/sensitive Jim you are doing great. But control is not as easy 4 everyone. :) On 1/9/05 1:20 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I was always taught by my parents never to stare at people with disabilities or that were different than I was. Even though

Re: [QUAD-L] ,,,,paras vs quads

2005-01-09 Thread Houston809
Title: Re: [QUAD-L] paras vs quads Tony U DA MAN!!! Theres a lot of AB men down there in Fla. Probably the #1 wheelchair playa in DA South. Luke 2 Live Crew said they stopped inviting U 2 parties. :) On 1/9/05 1:36 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated

[QUAD-L] Mormon?

2005-01-09 Thread Lori Michaelson
Anyone on the list a Mormon? Lori

Re: [QUAD-L] Frustration/sensitive

2005-01-09 Thread Houston809
Title: Re: [QUAD-L] Frustration/sensitive Stacy, I dont know how each situation is. And maybe it is a little bit easier 4 me 2 get a woman. But until I get over my insecurities Ill not be able 2 keep 1 :) Tony is DA MAN with women :) Maybe he can give us all pointers :) I have a gift of GAB so

Re: [QUAD-L] Frustration/sensitive

2005-01-09 Thread David K. Kelmer
Hi Stacy, I would think that in the aspect of getting looked at as a sexual being, maybe to theAB of the opposite sex, paralyzed is paralyzed, butI don't think the paralyzed person thinks that way. At least I hope not! I know I don't think that way! With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete -

Re: [QUAD-L] Frustration/sensitive

2005-01-09 Thread David K. Kelmer
This ishow the Asexual Visibility and Education Network (AVEN) defines it: http://www.asexuality.org/Theory/ranges.htm I hope this helps. With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 28 Years PostTexas, USA Dana Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, having only read part of this thread and

Re: [QUAD-L] cnbc's poll today

2005-01-09 Thread David K. Kelmer
Hi Sherry, I hope you're feeling better. It's the thought that counts...oh, yeah...and the bottom line! :-) With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 28 Years PostTexas, USA Sherry [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: three months after the passage of texas's tort law, doctors rates were increased by

Re: [QUAD-L] Frustration/sensitive

2005-01-09 Thread David K. Kelmer
Hi Stacy, I had to jump in here because I want to be sure we're talking about the same thing. As a Quad in a chair I am able to connect to a woman in a sexual way and have an intimate relationship with her, but we both know that is all there is to it. Connecting to a woman in an intimate

[QUAD-L] Help....

2005-01-09 Thread ~LittleQuad~
Hey gang! I've had my surgery and my doctor says it was a success. I'm not so convinced! The hole gets clogged up and fluid build-up. It's very sore and bleeds when messed with. I can hardly stand to look at it, much less cath thru it! My mom tried and she couldn't figure it out. So I'm going to

Re: [QUAD-L] ,,,,paras vs quads

2005-01-09 Thread TonyPony1
In a message dated 1/9/2005 4:19:37 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Tony U DA MAN!!! Theres a lot of AB men down there in Fla. Probably the #1 wheelchair playa in DA South. Luke 2 Live Crew said they stopped inviting U 2 parties. :) Heyyy Houston anthony.i was feelin for

RE: [QUAD-L] Help....

2005-01-09 Thread Cameron Wallace
Title: Message Amye I don't have a catheter, but oozing or bleeding is never a good thing. Is there warmth or redness around the area? Drs. egos are a factor to consider. Can you get a second opinion from a specialist? regards, Cameron -Original Message-From: ~LittleQuad~

Re: [QUAD-L] Help....

2005-01-09 Thread Dana Miller
It will be fine! It will produce a lot of mucous at first because part of your intestine was used and that produced mucous! It will bleed, the edge of the hole is tender right now. I kept a SP in for nearly a year before 'trusting' that weird thing in my belly. Make sure you irrigate it!!

RE: [QUAD-L] Help....

2005-01-09 Thread Cameron Wallace
Amye This is much better than a Dr.s opinion. -Cameron -Original Message- From: Dana Miller [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, January 09, 2005 8:33 PM To: Quad-list post Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Help It will be fine! It will produce a lot of mucous at first because part of

Re: [QUAD-L] Frustration/sensitive

2005-01-09 Thread Stacy Harim
In my situation, my self esteem is good. I know that I am a good person. I have a lot to offer. I have a good sense of humor and one about being in a wheelchair. I don't show that anything lets me down when I am around people. I have even rolled up to guys when I'm out and complimented

Re: [QUAD-L] A-sexual

2005-01-09 Thread Stacy Harim
I'd take that for now. I miss hugs and kisses the most. Nothing like cuddling up with someone and having those hugs and kisses. Stacy - Original Message - From: andrea murray To: Stacy Harim Cc: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Sunday, January 09, 2005 2:58 PM Subject:

Re: [QUAD-L] Frustration/sensitive

2005-01-09 Thread Stacy Harim
Title: Re: [QUAD-L] Frustration/sensitive I live in Maryland. I wish maybe I had the spark you do, but I talk with anyone and everyone. I'm the one that people have to pull away when they are ready to leave because I am talking. I think that I am an attractive person, have a great sense of

Re: [QUAD-L] Frustration/sensitive

2005-01-09 Thread Stacy Harim
That is what I meant by that statement Dave. I would never feel that way. I may be one of the rare para's that knows what it's like to be a quad so I could never see all paralysis as the same. I know that I am damn lucky to be a para and not a quad. Stacy - Original Message -

[QUAD-L] Fwd: people with disabilities

2005-01-09 Thread Quietstream25322
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Re: [QUAD-L] Help....

2005-01-09 Thread THouston
I had a suprapubic put in in 1995. The doctor told me that all I would have to do would be to keep it clean for about six months and it would heal on its all own. What a bunch a crock. I have to keep that area clean every day if not every other day and keep it dressed with the tape and