Lost my leg to cancer when I was 15. I didn’t apply for a handicapped placard until I was 22. Living in Illinois, with the winters here, snow and crutches do not mix. I owned a red Mustang, and I was young. I would sometimes get older people looking at me when I would pull in. I would be sure to grab my crutches, and pretend there was something on the passenger side. I would crutch on over around the car, they would instantly turn their head away once the saw my leg was missing 😆😆😆
My damage is all invisible. There are days when I can use a placard but I don't have one. There are people that really need them every day that I feel for. When my back injury flairs up I just try to find a parking place close to the store or I will drive to a different store not so busy or come back later.
Good for you ! My daughter is missing her left arm through the elbow. Although she is a kid yet. I know pushing even the kids carts is hard for her at times. And her little arm as she calls it is short so she using it to help push also puts strain on her back. Good to know this for when she is older.
Keep on keeping on. Some days are easier than others and some folks don't understand. Being a monoped, I occasionally use the hangtag but sadly, I have to shop with a chair or scooter because my pegleg hits the buggy. Also recovered from a broken back, open-heart bypass, cracked skull and various sundry holes from 24 years in the Army.
I think it's a disgrace when people who are fully able bodied park in spaces that you and other people who are dis-abled need. You have a great attitude and a great outlook on life.
I’m left arm amp at the elbow since 2008 and I’ve always have had a handicap tag. I’m from a small town/county and they just renew my tag every 6 years even without a Dr’s signature. I never feel bad or guilty by parking in handicap/disabled spots. If and when someone says something to me I tell them to kiss my ass and flip them off with my Nub
I think you should use it as much as you want but I think you're doing it the right way. On the rough parking lots maybe you can stand on the left side toward the front of the "buggy" so you can kind of pull it and control it while it's by your side? I do that with the Home Depot carts when I have 2x4s on it and found it a lot easier than trying to push it directly forward or having the cart hit my heels when I'm pulling it behind me.
The more I learn about you the more I can say that I’m an AWESOME judge of good character in people. Not many people around like this anymore it seems. Rock on with your bad self!
While I would LOVE to have a cup of coffee with you, I most certainly would not park my car outside on a spot reserved for people with special needs. I also respect people who are entitled to do so, but don't whenever possible. As someone said some time ago: I know I can park there, but I am sure there is someone who needs it even more than I would do. So I am happy with the spot next to it. Respect to people like that.
Never ever ever feel guilty for using the badge I get same thing but mostly if I go shopping wear shorts as got left leg missing,but most of the time I dont take notice of people with attitude..the badges are for us and you can necercabuse it as you need it to make your life easier. By the way you are frigging gorgeous x chin up young lady
Your correct people judge what they see on the outside they don’t see the disability that aren’t physically able to be seen. Anyway I try not to judge, however being honest I do slip up sometimes and judge when I see an obese person using one 👎🏽and for that I do apologize anyway as always great video and topic❤️👍🏽stay amazing!
I have a card to I don’t like to use it unless I really need to!! If it is snowing and ice on the lot I will!! You do get some looks that’s for sure!!)) I wear leg braces!! 😊😊😊
I'm right above elbow, and I never even thought about getting it for the shopping cart. Good idea. Also you're a babe lol I can picture as together walking, nub against nub lol
I think if it hursts to push a buggy across asphalt, then you should use the placard for sure!! Those people who think they are here to police the world are messed up!!
'but you are too young/pretty to be disabled!' I am RBKA, no prosthesis, so getting around on crutches even when I get my leg, there will be days I need the special space, and there will be days I don't need it being an amputee is hard, we don't owe nosey people any explanation
I think because you are pretty people assume that you couldn't possibly have a disability. I know that sounds crazy, but people are incredibly judgemental and stupid.
Lost my leg to cancer when I was 15. I didn’t apply for a handicapped placard until I was 22. Living in Illinois, with the winters here, snow and crutches do not mix. I owned a red Mustang, and I was young. I would sometimes get older people looking at me when I would pull in. I would be sure to grab my crutches, and pretend there was something on the passenger side. I would crutch on over around the car, they would instantly turn their head away once the saw my leg was missing 😆😆😆
My damage is all invisible. There are days when I can use a placard but I don't have one. There are people that really need them every day that I feel for. When my back injury flairs up I just try to find a parking place close to the store or I will drive to a different store not so busy or come back later.
Good for you ! My daughter is missing her left arm through the elbow. Although she is a kid yet. I know pushing even the kids carts is hard for her at times. And her little arm as she calls it is short so she using it to help push also puts strain on her back. Good to know this for when she is older.
It looks like your daughter has a great support system.. Way to go Mom! Thank you for watching-Cristie
Keep on keeping on.
Some days are easier than others and some folks don't understand.
Being a monoped, I occasionally use the hangtag but sadly, I have to shop with a chair or scooter because my pegleg hits the buggy.
Also recovered from a broken back, open-heart bypass, cracked skull and various sundry holes from 24 years in the Army.
I think it's a disgrace when people who are fully able bodied park in spaces that you and other people who are dis-abled need. You have a great attitude and a great outlook on life.
I always make sure to limp a little when I get out of my truck
I’m left arm amp at the elbow since 2008 and I’ve always have had a handicap tag. I’m from a small town/county and they just renew my tag every 6 years even without a Dr’s signature. I never feel bad or guilty by parking in handicap/disabled spots. If and when someone says something to me I tell them to kiss my ass and flip them off with my Nub
❤️👏👏 I love it! I need to practice that-Cristie
@@CristieGrey lol I’ve always have been mouthy so it comes natural to me
I think you should use it as much as you want but I think you're doing it the right way. On the rough parking lots maybe you can stand on the left side toward the front of the "buggy" so you can kind of pull it and control it while it's by your side? I do that with the Home Depot carts when I have 2x4s on it and found it a lot easier than trying to push it directly forward or having the cart hit my heels when I'm pulling it behind me.
That is a great idea! Thank you-Cristie
The more I learn about you the more I can say that I’m an AWESOME judge of good character in people. Not many people around like this anymore it seems. Rock on with your bad self!
The parking thingy…….I place that subject in the Karma folder of life.
Good for you! I see people using the place card when they don't need it. I have the artificial leg but only use it when I have to.
Awesome video, Crisie! My son runs into this at times. He’s a below the knee amputee.
Thank you for watching ! It seems like it’s pretty common, unfortunately.. -Cristie
I appreciate your perspective. I do enjoy your videos.
While I would LOVE to have a cup of coffee with you, I most certainly would not park my car outside on a spot reserved for people with special needs. I also respect people who are entitled to do so, but don't whenever possible. As someone said some time ago: I know I can park there, but I am sure there is someone who needs it even more than I would do. So I am happy with the spot next to it. Respect to people like that.
Never ever ever feel guilty for using the badge I get same thing but mostly if I go shopping wear shorts as got left leg missing,but most of the time I dont take notice of people with attitude..the badges are for us and you can necercabuse it as you need it to make your life easier. By the way you are frigging gorgeous x chin up young lady
Thank you for your insight, for watching and for the compliment!-Cristie
Hello Dear Cristie Grey! I like you and all you videos!! You are the best!
Thank ya friend!-Cristie
Cristie as always you are beaytiful and perfect in each and every way.Love seeing ypou.Avrim
Your correct people judge what they see on the outside they don’t see the disability that aren’t physically able to be seen. Anyway I try not to judge, however being honest I do slip up sometimes and judge when I see an obese person using one 👎🏽and for that I do apologize anyway as always great video and topic❤️👍🏽stay amazing!
Toujours ce sourire ravissant...
I have a card to I don’t like to use it unless I really need to!! If it is snowing and ice on the lot I will!! You do get some looks that’s for sure!!)) I wear leg braces!! 😊😊😊
I bet ice makes for a challenge.. Thank you for sharing and for watching!-Cristie
I'm right above elbow, and I never even thought about getting it for the shopping cart. Good idea. Also you're a babe lol I can picture as together walking, nub against nub lol
I think if it hursts to push a buggy across asphalt, then you should use the placard for sure!! Those people who think they are here to police the world are messed up!!
Thank you for the empathy and compassion! 🙏😇
❤❤❤muy linda
'but you are too young/pretty to be disabled!'
I am RBKA, no prosthesis, so getting around on crutches
even when I get my leg, there will be days I need the special space, and there will be days I don't need it
being an amputee is hard, we don't owe nosey people any explanation
Thank you for the compliment Peter, and for watching!-Cristie
I think because you are pretty people assume that you couldn't possibly have a disability. I know that sounds crazy, but people are incredibly judgemental and stupid.