Tuesday, August 9, 2011

One Stroky’s Journey: A Neccessity of Life


My international sign of relief
Yes, the symbol above makes my heart beat faster with joy. My physical therapist still officially has me  “tethered” to a responsible adult when I walk with my cane or transfer from one surface to another. I have that canvas belt that the responsible party has to hold on to.

Usually that responsible person is husband Walter. Although my balance is much improved, I am a chicken about taking a chance on a fall surrounded by the hard and sometimes slippery surfaces of restrooms. So I follow the therapist's rules. Whether I am ambulating with cane or wheelchair, a visit to a restroom right now means Walter has to accompany me. Finding “family” restrooms is not a given, and many thanks to those businesses and local governments that have included them in their buildings. 

10 comments:

  1. There are many adjustments you must be making in life. I'm sure some are easier than others.

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  2. Yes, these restrooms are a wonderful thing!! And you are very wise to take Walter with you!!

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  3. Those must be one of the most wonderful additions to our society!

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  4. You know I never thought about family restrooms being for adults who needed help from a spouse. I always thought it meant parents with children. You have opened my eyes.
    Those rooms now receive greater respect from me.

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  5. You are bringing back memories. Ever modest, I turned down an offer of help using the restroom. Minutes later David had to help me off the floor. Better to be safe...Dianne

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  6. We never know what we may end up being thankful for! Yay for family restrooms--and helpful husbands during difficult times.

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  7. and you never know what you will miss until you miss it. I guess I'm talking about the toilet here.

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  8. Haven't ever heard of Family Restrooms, but what a good idea.

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  9. The restroom was one aspect I hadn't really given any thought to. I can definitely see the value of a family restroom. I guess I also was thinking more of children and parents.
    You have a honey of a husband. So happy you are getting around more and more.

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  10. My wife suffered a ruptured brain aneurysm last winter she wnt back to work fulltime in April and now, she works all day at a fast-paced executive job and plays tennis three days a week .
    The will to live fully and with verve is within us all. Some just don't summon it when the chips are down.
    Good luck and be happy.

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