[nfbwatlk] wheelchairs at Seatac and a cane incident

[Mary ellen]

Canes are like cars.  Sometimes they're a bit of a nuisance to park.  I
don't think, though, that drivers are asked to use a car they do not like in
order to park it more easily.  If they made a folding cane I like, I might
consider using one.  I own one now for use in emergencies only.  I recognize
that others may find folding canes effective, but every one I've ever used
gives inferior feedback.  They tend to wobble after they've been used very
often.  As for the telescoping variety, I find they telescope while I'm
walking.  Dr. Jernigan loved his telescoping cane.  I'm glad he did.  His
hands were strong enough that his cane never telescoped unexpectedly.  Not
so for me!  It's good that there are varieties to fit varying preferences.
I do not feel a folding or telescoping cane is a viable option for me.



-----Original Message-----
From: nfbwatlk [mailto:nfbwatlk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Becky
Frankeberger via nfbwatlk
Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2014 8:39 AM
To: 'Debby Phillips'; 'NFB of Washington Talk Mailing List'
Subject: Re: [nfbwatlk] wheelchairs at Seatac and a cane incident

They bring a wheelchair because frankly I need one. Since I smashed my foot
walking is not practical for me even if I have a guide dog happily marching
alongside of the chair, or held by my husband. I had more than one helper
who did not make room for the dog, growl, I remind them.  Or they make quick
turns without telling the dog, growl.

A folding cane never gets taken away from you. You stow the cane in the
pocket in front of you, smile. Simple solution, true.

Becky and tough guy Jake  

-----Original Message-----
From: nfbwatlk [mailto:nfbwatlk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Debby
Phillips via nfbwatlk
Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2014 6:35 AM
To: Mary ellen; semisweetdebby at gmail.com; nfbwatlk at nfbnet.org
Subject: Re: [nfbwatlk] wheelchairs at Seatac and a cane incident

I had a similar issue a couple years ago when I was flying from somewhere,
now I can't remember where.  I was furious, and vowed it would never happen
again.  I do have a question, though.  You know, those small airplanes the
commuter ones? Where do you put 
your cane on those?    Peace,    Debby P.S.  It isn't easy 
getting a dog down and settled on those smaller planes, either.  
Wow, and to think I used to like to fly.

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