[Blind-rollers] New member: introduction

[Paul Wick]

Welcome!

I'm Paul, I'm a blind guy with CP who works as a law clerk at a Center
for Independent Living in northern California. I've been a full time
chair user since I was 15.

Cheers,

Paul

On 9/19/11, Jewel <herekittykat2 at gmail.com> wrote:
> Welcome Cory! My name's Jewel. I'm a 230-something living in Raliegh,
> North Carolina. I am a full-time student. I lost my eyesight due to a
> chemical burn to the face and secondary glaucoma, and currently have
> 3/360 in my right eye only (the left was removed after a serious
> infection). I also have fibromyalgia. Right now, I use a wheelchair
> only when I will be going long distances (such as at DisneyWorld this
> past summer!), but know that fibromyalgia gets worse with age, so I
> don't know where I'll be ten or twenty years from now.
>
> Like was said, this list is quiet but fun, so feel free to speak up
> and discuss issues or solutions you might have!
>
> ~Jewel
>
> On 9/19/11, Becky Frankeberger <b.butterfly at comcast.net> wrote:
>> Welcome Cory, smile.  I am Becky from the great State of Washington.  I
>> have
>> a degenerative bone disorder, so never quite know when I will be in a
>> wheelchair.  I am two years walking after a life changing accident.
>>
>> Welcome we are a quiet, but fun group. So ask away or talk about how you
>> do
>> things for yourself and others.  Wheelchairs can cage one into thinking
>> they
>> are helpless.  Plus the addition of pane and it is just about cemented,
>> unless you have a fighting spirit as you obviously do.  We have
>> brainstormed
>> about how to get things done, shortcuts etc.  You never know you might
>> have
>> the answer that none of us could figure out, smile.
>>
>> I work out of my home with a knitting business, "Butterfly Knitting."  I
>> have customers all over the country.  I just got done making ponchos for
>> two
>> little granddaughters of my customer in Arizona.  Sold  a throw to a gal
>> in
>> Pennsylvania. I am presently covering hangers for a customer here in
>> Washington.  Trying my hand at making Cowls.I would be very pleased to
>> work
>> with you to make a product you have always wanted.
>>
>> b.butterfly at comcast.net
>>
>> What is nice about my business, everything is customized to you. So if you
>> need a poncho that won't catch in the tires, like you buy off the shelf,
>> we
>> can work together to make it the perfect length. Need a cover for your
>> legs
>> that keeps the back of your legs warm also, let's talk and design
>> together.
>>
>> Oopse, slipped into a commercial, shy smile.  I just love what I do, so
>> please forgive me, smile.
>>
>> Welcome!
>>
>> Becky and guide dog Jake
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: blind-rollers-bounces at nfbnet.org
>> [mailto:blind-rollers-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Cory McMahon
>> Sent: Monday, September 19, 2011 9:37 AM
>> To: blind-rollers at nfbnet.org
>> Subject: [Blind-rollers] New member: introduction
>>
>> Dear all,
>>
>> My name is Cory, and I am from Missouri.
>>
>> I use a wheelchair when I am going to be required to walk a long distance;
>> however, have the ability to use crutches when the distance is short.
>>
>> I look forward to meeting all of you.
>>
>> Thanks.
>>
>> Cory
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