Re: [QUAD-L] Re: Home help/health care & DD

Hi Smurf,   There are different reasons for developmental disorders, but the term generally refers to a condition where the brain has not developed correctly.  Here is a Web Site that will explain some of the specific conditions.     http://nindssearch.ninds.nih.gov/verity_web/templates/jsp/pages

Re: [QUAD-L] test

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Re: [QUAD-L] Fwd: Fw: HHS Medicaid Commission Adopts Recommendations For $10 Billion In P...

Hi Dana,   Thanks for sharing the info.  It is appreciated as well as useful.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: More info .Dana(C4-5, 31 years post, 51, KC)From: "Stephanie Thomas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To: "micassa list" <[EMAIL PROTE

Re: [QUAD-L] Re: Home help/health care & DD

Hi Smurf,   I'm always happy to help my Goth Smurf friends across the 'Pond.'  Good luck and stay strong.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey CtrlAltDel,   I think you may well have just solved a mystery here!!  My doctors have be

Re: [QUAD-L] Transfers

Hi Houston,   I agree with you about Dave.  I think we all are super just by showing each other, and everyone else, that we're here and doing whatever we can to live a good life.  Each day adds up, and as the years go by we learn a little more about ourselves.  I hope yours is a lucky 7.  :)   Wit

Re: [QUAD-L] "super quads"

Hi Penny,   I couldn't agree with you more!  Thanks for reminding us of where the real "hero's" are at.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just had to throw my thoughts out here on this subject of "super quads." I have been reading the

Re: [QUAD-L] filing papers

Hi Luke,   I use large manila envelopes dated with the year outside with business size envelopes inside.  On the outside of each envelope I'll write the name of the company, person, or department the paper is from.  The ones I think I'll need to use info off of I will scan and file on my computer

Re: [QUAD-L] Fwd: The Ninth Step to Improving Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage

Hi Dana,   I modified the letter and sent it to both of my Senators, too!   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There's a place you can click, and the Medicare will write a letter for you to dispute the noncoverage of benzodiazepines, w

Re: [QUAD-L] Scanning

Hi Billy,   I use Word-Perfect so when I scan a document I save it as a .wpd (Word Perfect Document.)  I think Adobe Acrobat makes a .PDF file.  I just did a quick test.  I copied a 154kb PDF into a WPD and it saved at 47.4kb.  I hope this helps.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29

Re: [QUAD-L] No C8

r or just write without an aide.  At the rehab, everyone I conversed with wanted to be just one or two levels more than what they were.Tom Houston - Original Message -  From:  Stacy Harim   To: Houston809  ; dave  oconnell  ; quadlist  ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; David K. Kelmer   Sent: Wednesday

Re: [QUAD-L] Hurricane Katrina

Hi Smurf,   I'm fine here in North Texas, but unfortunately there are many that have lost lives, homes, and family.  I pray for all those effected by Katrina.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey folks,   Are all you people ok?  J

RE: [QUAD-L] SCI can run the 't find

Hi Eric,   I thought that I'd better read through the posts before answering Dana.  Thanks.  :)   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  Eric W Rudd <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: His homepage works http://www.daruchinidip.com/   SCI page doesn't http://scilist.port5.c

Re: [QUAD-L] Memorys

Hi Houston & Adam,   I'm glad you both beat the shit and are here with us to share your stories.  Tomorrow it will have been 16 year since the dis-articulation (removed from hip socket) of my right leg, and I look forward to the next 16 year to see what they will bring.  Stay strong!   With Love,

Re: [QUAD-L] Southern Gulf Quad list friends

Hi Billy,   I have some good friends that live in Biloxi and haven't been able to make contact yet.  Let's keep those prayers going for everyone.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA    "B. Kimberlin (Quadius)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: My heart goes out to eve

Re: [QUAD-L] Hurricane Katrina

Hi Smurf,   Yes, Alabama's coast was hit pretty hard.  The numbers aren't in yet but there was lose of life and a lot of property damage.  Here is a Link with more info.   8/31/2005, 10:52 a.m. CT The Associated Press   BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — As power outages statewide were reduced to 375,00

Re: [QUAD-L] Hello???

Hi QP,   I'm not receiving any of Stuntman's e-mails either.  I checked but he isn't on my 'Blocked Address List' so it's not that.  ;-)   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA QuadPirate <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:  Stunt I'm not getting any of your e-mails to

Re: [QUAD-L] Hurricane Katrina: asking for help if possible

Hi Smurf,   I'd be glad to help look for your friend, but I'm still trying to contact my friends in Biloxi, MS, and I know their names.  If I had the name of your friend I might be of more help.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey

Re: [QUAD-L] out of commission for a while

Hi Stacy,   You will be in my thoughts and prayers.  Take care and get that wound cleared up so you'll feel better.  Stay strong.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA Stacy Harim <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hey guys,   I went to the wound care center today and

RE: [QUAD-L] Disaster alert!

Bush vows city to be rebuilt  (4:31) After a tour of the devastation in New Orleans, President Bush says the city 'will rise again' (September 2)  http://www.cnn.com/video/ With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA Aaron Mann <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I agree and so

Re: [QUAD-L] Hello

Hi QP,   I agree.  I did.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA QuadPirate <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I haven't blamed any one, this is because of  Hurricane Katrina. I'm just amazed at the total lack of compassion by people that know shit happens.   If we re

Re: [QUAD-L] USA for ___

Hi Dave,   I remember when I moved to Phoenix in the 60's, before they put the CAP in, the city relied on the Roosevelt Irrigation Ditch for a lot of its water.  With the CAP in they are getting more water from the Colorado River.      Hoover Dam -   After considering the concerns of all intere

Re: [QUAD-L] Hello

Hi Dave,   All thing considered...being poor doesn't necessarily mean one is lazy, as this survey of June 2001 from the Brookings Institution shows.  It has some interesting figures, no emotions, about New Orleans that may be surprising to some.  I hope this helps clarify the facts, at least up t

RE: [QUAD-L] Drinking in bed

Hi Karen,   I use 'oxygen tubing' that would be thrown away at the nursing home where my Aunt works.  She send me different lengths but I cut them to the right length.  I use a gallon jug and a rubber band to hold it in the 'pour spout' and loop it up and over my light-pole by my bed so it drain

RE: [QUAD-L] UNSUBSCRIBE ME ... NO MORE EMAIL

Hi Eric,   Thanks again.  We need to get a bigger 'EXIT' sign!   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  Eric W Rudd <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Quad ListList-Post: List-Help: List-Subscribe: List-Unsubscribe:Digest-Subscribe:Digest-Unsubscribe:URL: http://www.makoa.o

Re: [QUAD-L] Hurricane Katrina: asking for help if possible

Hi Smurf,   The family in Louisiana are okay, but still no news from the family in Mississippi.  They didn't have family that I know of outside of Biloxi so I'm thinking they are somewhere safe but just not able to connect up with them yet.  I hope and pray your friends are well.    With Love,

Re: [QUAD-L] Happy labor day

Hi Houston, Right back at you...and everyone else here, too! With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  Houston809 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Happy Labor Day Everyone :)Houston

Re: [QUAD-L] It's official

Hi Peter,   Congrats on making to 25 years.  We're like a fine wine, we get better with age.  I wish you all the best on your next 25!   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA   Peter <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I am officially an antique quadriplegic, paralyzed

Re: [QUAD-L] Fwd: The Birth of a Hummingbird

Hi Rosie,   Beautiful pics of a hummingbird's nest and new-born.  So small but so perfect in flight. :-)   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  Rosie Bennett <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: This is truly amazing.  Be sure to click on NEXT PAGE at the bottom ofeach page

Re: [QUAD-L] Hello

putting ones life in direct danger like waiting for the next hurricane.  why do you suppose they stay there, Dave?  there must be some reasonable explanation.  are you going t! o try and tell me they can't move?  Dave   "David K. Kelmer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi Dave

Re: [QUAD-L] Hurricane Katrina: asking for help if possible

Hi Smurf,   It was nothing that can't be fixed, but thanks for caring.  I'm still waiting to connect with my Biloxi friends, but am stay confident.  Good luck with your Alabama friends.  Stay strong.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

Re: [QUAD-L] Hello

Hi Wheels,   It sure does make you wonder, eh?   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This disaster surpasses any know disaster in the last 300 years, when you considerthe damage and loss of life, when all is said and done. No one could h

Re: [QUAD-L] Hello Moto!

Hi Wheels,   Well, er, uh, she is quite the 'cheeky' lady!With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Naaa. I forgot. It was Dave who had to remind me..WIn a message dated 9/6/05 8:15:03 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:<< oh haha you

Re: [QUAD-L] you fatalists will LOVE this.

Hi Dave,   I found the site interesting, but can't claim to be a believer in the sky falling.  Maybe I believe things might fall from the sky, but not the whole sky!   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA Ol' Man River <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: here's an interest

Re: [QUAD-L] Can't run or hide

Hi Kris,   A great Web Site.  I'm glad you've done so much after such a devastating SCI.  I too believe it is those of us living with a SCI to show the world that being on wheels doesn't mean we are disabled.  We must prove by example that 'wills' trump 'wheels' in our lives.  Stay strong.   With

Re: [QUAD-L] Katrina video

Hi River,   That pretty much says it all.  Our cable runs TXCN Texas Cable News (txcn.com) and every day since Katrina hit they have been airing 4WWL TV (wwltv.com.)  The coverage has been so different than the major news outlets that it's really amazing.  I guess when you're reporting on your 'h

RE: [QUAD-L] Katrina video

Hi Aaron,   FOX NEWS reported this morning that the National Guard had 25,000 body-bags ready for N.O. "just in case."  I'm sure you're right about the monies that will end-up in private coffers, and this is just one example of how these things work.  With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete -

RE: [QUAD-L] Rape in the Astrodome?

Hi Lori,   It was the Superdome that these reports were about.  I'm sure it matters to the people helping the survivors at the Astrodome! With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA Lori Michaelson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Unsure where but it doesn't matter where

Re: [QUAD-L] Rape in the Astrodome?

e this raping and killing didn't happen at  the Astrodome but I  don't think for a second she was lying.   Mark   ---Original Message---   From: kaye allard Date: 09/08/05 18:50:09 To: David K. Kelmer Cc: Lori Michaelson; Quad Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Rape in the Astrodome?  http://www.tr

Re: [QUAD-L] Gull Stones

Hi Diane,   I've not had my appendix removed, but have had stones removed from my bladder.  They were detected on x-ray.  I would think the pain from an infected appendix would cause AD bad enough that a doctor would look at the appendix for the cause.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete

Re: [QUAD-L] Katrina and lost loved ones

Hi Smurf,   That's wonderful news!  If anyone whats a shot of reality just try looking through the many, many, many lists of names of people that are still lost.  I made contact with my friends but those lists of names still haunt my thoughts.  I pray for their families...   With Love, CtrlAltDel

Re: [QUAD-L] Mr Boyd- New Orleans

Hi Wheels,   I haven't heard from him, but a person of his fortitude will have found a way to keep his wheels on dry ground.  I will keep him in my prayers, so I'm sure someone will hear from him.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ok,

Re: [QUAD-L] JB-3 Leg Bag Emptier - Under $200 bucks- No Batteries

Hi Wheels,   I know of a person that uses a leg bag emptier, not sure if it's this brand, and he is very pleased with it.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Am I the only person who didn't know of this product?www.jb-3.comWhat do you th

Re: [QUAD-L] Inspiring story : A family's Escape from the flood.

Hi Penny,   Thanks for sharing this.      With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thought maybe some might be interested in reading this.   Penny     Is Living Paycheck to Paycheck a Crime Punishable by Death in Floodwater? The most resourcef

Re: [QUAD-L] Gull stones

Hi Eric,   The stones that I had formed in the bladder and were calcium oxalate stones, which my Uro said was good because there was less chance of them reoccurring after the Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) treatment.  I drink a lot of straight water or green tea and water now, and k

Re: [QUAD-L] sleep

Hi Dana,   When a person disconnects their body's thermostat, the body doesn't automatically cool or warn-up anymore, so we have to control our body temps manually.  My average body temp is 96-97 but I do generate heat.  At night my body cools down when I'm asleep so I cover it up.  I use a

Re: [QUAD-L] sleep

Hi Luck,   I'm asleep by 11 PM and wake at 5:55 AM pretty much every-night unless something is going on.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 9/15/2005 9:49:56 AM Central Standard Time, TheOmen723 writes: In a messa

Re: [QUAD-L] new member-old member

Hi Robert,   Welcome to the Quad-List.  I hope we hear from you whenever you feel you can offer input.  We accept all opinions - as you may know if you've been reading long.  Have a good evening.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA ROBERT WHO <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

Re: [QUAD-L] sleep

and Luke, too!"David K. Kelmer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi Luck,   I'm asleep by 11 PM and wake at 5:55 AM pretty much every-night unless something is going on.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message

Re: [QUAD-L] sleep

tten 5 or 6 messages today, all addressed to a Dana -that I don't even know...-? Could someone please delete me from their lists? Thanx."David K. Kelmer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi Dana,   When a person disconnects their body's thermostat, the body doesn't au

Re: [QUAD-L] sleep

Hi Dana,   It's because his name is in the 'To' box along with the Quad-List, so if someone, like me, hits 'Reply To All' without looking at the 'To' box, the Reply will go to you, him, and the List.  If I hit 'Reply To Sender' it is sent to just you unless the Quad-List Addy is inserted into th

[QUAD-L] Re: Well somebody got it right

Hi Stuntman,   I didn't think you could find anything but a "bad taco" that far North!  I hope you're feeling better soon, and find a place that makes a good taco.  It could have been worse, though.  It could have been a bad 'sausage'! ;-)   By DOUG SIMPSON, Associated Press Writers Fri Sep 16, 7:5

Re: [QUAD-L] update

Hi Stacy,   Just a note you let you know you're in my thoughts and prayers.  I know the healing process is slow, long, and boring, so I hope your wound heals nicely and you're able to be up and on your way again soon!    With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA   Stac

RE: [QUAD-L] Albuquerque

Hi Chet,   No playin' around on the Quad-List without a 'Play Card'.  Now you'll have to eat more liver for dinner!  ;-)   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA    Chet Smith <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:    Yeppers, we are just funnin or atleast I am. I guess it's   b

Re: [QUAD-L] update

would be a life saver for sure.   Stacy - Original Message - From: David K. Kelmer To: Stacy Harim ; Quad-List ; Ol' Man River Sent: Saturday, September 17, 2005 10:38 AM Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] update Hi Stacy,   Just a note you let you know you're in my thoughts and prayers.  I

Re: [QUAD-L] Shivers

Hi Stacy,   I agree.  I'd call my nurse and have her call my doctor, but I'd make them do a culture before I started on any antibiotic regiment.        With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USAStacy Harim <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I would call the doctors.  If t

Re: [QUAD-L] i had surgery

Hi Stacy,   At least it has been cleaned, so it will heal now.  Good luck with the bandage change.  Stay strong.    With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA Stacy Harim <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hey guys,   I had the sore operated on today. He opened the hole to

Re: [QUAD-L] Shivers

rd of stranger things happening. Glad your doing better.   Stacy - Original Message - From: Jeremy Dickinson To: David K. Kelmer Cc: Stacy Harim ; Lori Michaelson ; Quad Sent: Friday, September 23, 2005 4:54 PM Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Shivers Hi,Thx for the comments. I agree with you b

[QUAD-L] Texas HHS E-Nws

Latest update from Texas HHS on the Hurricane.    http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENews/   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA 

Re: [QUAD-L] mini-poll

Hi Tim,   My one vote for 'Excellent'!  ;)   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  Tim Syfert <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hey group   I've got a mini-poll posted on the front page of my website and am curious to see what results it will produce. If you've got a

Re: [QUAD-L] no running water, no electricity

Hi Luke,   Glad you made in through Rita's embrace, she was one tough lady.  It was 99F here in North Texas today but the wind started coming out of the north late this afternoon and it's cooling us down.  We're only supposed to be in the 70s tomorrow.  I hope this north wind reaches y'all in Sout

Re: [QUAD-L] Pet peeve's

Number 2. people who are late - even myself.  Drives me crazy!  ;-)   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:     Hello All,     I was just thinking about something. I have three strong pet peeves     1. people who lie     2. people who

Re: [QUAD-L] need your help

Signed and delivered.     With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  Eric Olson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Gang,Shit is hitting the fan in a couple of states for vent users receiving Medicaid. You've probably heard that the Governor of Tennessee is putting vent users in

Re: [QUAD-L] shoulder injuries

Hi Luke,   In '76 the medical rehab thinking was that if a person could push a chair it would help build their upper body strength.  I pushed myself until I had a disarticulation of my right leg in '89, and by then the medical thinking was that having a Quad push themselves was just wearing out th

Re: [QUAD-L] no running water, no electricity

Hi Luke,   It's good to hear that you're trying to keep your spirits up through this troubled time.  You must really be looking forward to getting electricity back.  Water is good to have, even if you need to boil it before drinking it, but there's nothing like juice for the A/C.  I haven't hear

RE: [QUAD-L] unsubscribe

Hi Eric,   I hope Joel is able to make it back to the Quad-List.  I hope this means Rosie is doing well for herself.  Anyway, thanks for pointing him to the exit door.  :)   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA   Eric W Rudd <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Quad ListList

Re: [QUAD-L] shoulder injuries

Hi Pat,   What kind of chair do you have?  I'm looking at a Pride Quantum® 6000 mid-wheel drive that looks nice.  I have an old Quickie but I need a seat tilt chair.  I will need to use the mid-wheel if I go with the Q6, but I'm pretty good with my rear-wheel drive, so learning to use a mid-wheel

Re: [QUAD-L] shoulder injuries

Hi Pat,   What kind of chair do you have?  I'm looking at a Pride Quantum® 6000 mid-wheel drive that looks nice.  I have an old Quickie but I need a seat tilt chair.  I will need to use the mid-wheel if I go with the Q6, but I'm pretty good with my rear-wheel drive, so learning to use a mid-wheel

RE: [QUAD-L] **Warning - Slightly Graphic** - Rash Cures

Hi Aaron,   I use Lantiseptic® Skin Protectant both because it works well on my skin, and it is also available in a 14oz Tub.  A great value all around.     http://www.lantiseptic.net/resellers.html  This list provides the name of Lantiseptic retailers, the distributor or wholesaler that supplies

Re: [QUAD-L] need your help

Hi Sharon,   That is very nice of you to say!  Never stop fighting to live.  :)     With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  |ANGELIC SHARON| <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Eric and all I am not a quad But I know how it is to fight for something you need for living!!!

Re: [QUAD-L] unsubscribe

alm OS phone with my new email.So I need to temporarily unsubscribe from the list.Anyway, thanks for your concernJoelOn Oct 4, 2005, at 2:03 PM, David K. Kelmer wrote:> Hi Eric,>  > I hope Joel is able to make it back to the Quad-List.  I hope this > means Rosie is doing well for herself. 

Re: [QUAD-L] Stones

Hi LQ,   In '87 I had a few bladder stones, about dime sized, removed using Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL).  I'm careful to keep my calcium intake down now, and haven't had any problems since then.  With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA    ~LittleQu

Re: [QUAD-L] Transportation

Hi Jeremy,   I use the America Red Cross wheelchair van when going to a medical appointment, and the City wheelchair bus for non-medical trips.  I need to make an appointment for Red Cross a week before my appointment.  The city bus only needs a 24 hour advance notice.   I took the Red Cross va

Re: [QUAD-L] Warrior Down.. But Not For The Count

Hi Wheels,   I hope WW is feeling better by the time you read this, but please give her my best wishes to get well and get back home if she is still in the hospital.  Thanks. :)   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just received word fro

Re: [QUAD-L] Re: Gmail

Hi Jeremy,   Shoot me one so I can give it a test drive.  Thanks!   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  Jeremy Dickinson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: 96 invites left. Who wants them?

Re: [QUAD-L] Stones

severe autonomic dysreflexia when i wore a Foley.  I had to go under anesthesia to have them removed. I finally had an augment/mithronoff procedure and now independently cath thru my belly button c6 complete - Original Message ----- From: David K. Kelmer To: ~LittleQuad~ ; Quad-list post Sent: Satu

Re: [QUAD-L] Stones

d an augment/mithronoff procedure and now independently cath thru my belly button c6 complete - Original Message - From: David K. Kelmer To: ~LittleQuad~ ; Quad-list post Sent: Saturday, October 08, 2005 10:50 AM Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Stones Hi LQ,   In '87 I had a few bladder s

Re: [QUAD-L] Chat

Hi Tim,   It was real nice to chat with you Saturday.  I guess we left before anyone else got there, but I enjoyed the chat.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA .Tim Syfert <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: There's a couple of us in the chatroom. At:   http://www.roll

Re: [QUAD-L] Chat

Hi LQ,   I think we left early.  :-)   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA ~LittleQuad~ <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: where did u goTim Syfert <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: There's a couple of us in the chatroom. At:   http://www.rollin-on.org/custom.html   Tim Yaho

Re: [QUAD-L] Chat

Hi Wheels,   I went to my doctors office last Thursday for my yearly tests, so I wasn't really feeling like being on the computer very long Satueday, so I'm sorry I missed you both.  Did you ever find LQ's hiding spot?      With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA    

Re: [QUAD-L] Go for "walks"?

Hi Greg,   I've gone about 4 miles to a friend's house, used the batteries some there, and 4 miles home with no problems.  That chair is a 1990 Quickie, so I'm expecting more out of my new Pride Q6000.  http://www.pridemobility.com/quantum/   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years

Re: [QUAD-L] Scary cath change

Hi Lori,   I've seen a little blood in the urine after a cath change, but never that much.  It sounds like the catheter might have broke the urethra lining while it was being inserted.  I hope whatever it was that you are feeling better with no lasting side effects.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka Dav

Re: [QUAD-L] Warrior Down.. But Not For The Count

Hi Wheels,   Great news!  Welcome back to our own Wheelchair Warrior  :-)   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Warrior is back and rarin ta go!She was released on Saturday and started back to school on Monday at Purdue.She mentioned

Re: [QUAD-L] Go for "walks"?

Hi Wheels,   I've been to their Web Site checking out figures on the chair, so I'll look for the end-users board.  Thanks for the tip!   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 10/11/05 12:39:20 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:<

Re: [QUAD-L] Go for "Hike's"

Hi Bobbie,   I've sat on a flat rock in my chair with my legs out over the south rim of the Grand Canyon.  I could lean out and look straight down, about 5,000ft down to the bottom!  I've hiked the Canyon before my accident, and it is one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen.   With Love,

Re: [QUAD-L] walk project

Hi Luke,   I wish you all best with this new project.  Let us know what you think of it when you're able.    With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 10/12/2005 5:33:50 AM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I

Re: [QUAD-L] walk project

Hi Mark,   A SCIC Group member's son goes to Project Walk.  If you go to their Web Site http://www.projectwalk.org/ then at the bottom of the page click on 'client video locator', at the next page they will have names of clients with videos and bios from Phase I & II, Phase III, and Gait Center (

Re: [QUAD-L] Warrior Down.. But Not For The Count

ou all were thinking about me. Right now I'n working in the Student Governor office. Wheelchair WarriorHouston A Leek <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: welcome back andreai knew you wouldn't roll over--- "David K. Kelmer"<[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote:> Hi Wheels,> > Gre

Re: [QUAD-L] Go for "walks"?

Hi Jim,   Thanks for the feedback.  Any potential problems that I am aware of when I get the Q6000 will be very helpful.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Dave,   I have the Pride Quantum 6000 sitting in my mud room that I tried t

Re: [QUAD-L] Caregivers

Hi Lori,   I have an aid from an agency that comes here five days a week to help me get ready, and do a few things for the day, and she will also do anything that I need done on weekends as a friend.  That's the best way I've found with an aid to be ready for whatever comes my way.  HHS pays fo

Re: [QUAD-L] Home Care on Medicare

Hi Greg,   Medicare will cover anything to do with a catheter, and your home health agency should accept Medicare assignment, so they pay 100%.  The bowel care is different...don't ask me whyso check the State's eligibility for in home community careNOT MEDICAIDthey're two different

Re: [QUAD-L] falling asleep

Hi Tim,   I could drop off to sleep in a matter of minutes pre-SCI, and am still the same way post.  I also wake up at 5:55 AM at the latest each morning.  I have a stop-watch with a beep alarm hanging by my bed set to go off at 6 AM but am always awake when it goes off.  I sleep straight through

Re: [QUAD-L] New member

Hi Susan,   Welcome to the Quad-List.  If your Dad wants to talk to other Dads about being a survivor, without losing his privacy, just have him sign-on to the Quad-List.  We'd be honored to have him join us.  There are Dads here, and there are survivors here too.  I'm 52 so was wondering how old

Re: [QUAD-L] Fwd: Marci's Medicare Update: Week of 10/17/05--Medicare Prescription Drug Co...

Hi Dana,   My understanding is that if you have Basic Medicare, you would look for a "stand alone" Part D Plan (PDP).  These plans will vary from company to company somewhat in what meds they will cover.  The Premiums look like they will be up to about $40 depending on the plan.   With Love, CtrlA

Re: [QUAD-L] Caregivers

Hi Paul,   I'm 6 ft tall and the Pride Quantum 6000 that I will be trying out is supposed to be able to lower or raise the arms to a level that will fit under or over a regular sized table.  I let you know more after the test demo workout.  http://www.pridemobility.com/quantum/   With Love, CtrlA

Re: [QUAD-L] Proper placement at restaurants

Hi Wheels,   Very well put!     With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA  [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I like to hold restaurant's "feat to da fire." If they say that they are accessible, to me, that doesn't mean that I have to be seated in the aisle and be the "Floor Show"

Re: [QUAD-L] Thanks...

Hi Susan,   My Mom is 76 and had a 5-way bypass done in 1998.  She recently had some tests indicate one of the 5 arteries needed to be re-opened and a shunt placed in it.  She went in for this on Monday, the 17th of Oct., and the Surgeon decided the shunt wasn't needed after looking at the arter

Re: [QUAD-L] Dave K - Part D

tinue to pay for my scripts outright.   Did you get the list from Medicare.ORG?   Lori Michaelson Age - 41 C4/5 complete quad, 26 years post Tucson, AZ     ---Original Message---   From: David K. Kelmer Date: 10/20/05 19:08:56 To: Lori Michaelson Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Greg - Medicare and Go

Re: [QUAD-L] falling asleep

fter 10 1/2 yrs. I thought about not getting turned, but I don't want to risk getting bed sores. I can't get help for night turns. How many people here don't get turned at night and don't have bed sores? Thanks,   Ray C3/6-10 1/2 yrs Post AB, Canada - Original Message - From

Re: [QUAD-L] falling asleep

A good one  :-)   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yep I feel like I have Ice Water running through my arms constantly at times and then later I'm so hot I can't get my blanket off of me and I'm  just miserable.   This is what us wo

[QUAD-L] Texas Constitutional Amendment Election - November 8, 2005

Proposed Constitutional Amendments November 8, 2005 http://www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/voter/2005novconsamend.shtml VOTE - VOTE - VOTE   With Love, Dave Kelmer, Texas Representative for SCIC Grouphttp://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/scic/C-4/5 Complete04/25/1976 - At the Age of 22Wichita Falls,

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