Re: She said I was CHEATING!

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

People that say stuff like that are ignorant. I am glad you didn't stoop to her

level with a reply. She was just mad that she had to walk so far.

[Guest guest]

,

I have a comeback all ready to use. I refuse to get in an argument with

anyone over my personal business. I will say, " If you have a problem,

call the police and I will wait for them to come. "

Once the police come I will show them my braces, watch the accusers face turn 4

shades of purple, and then ask if the person can be ticketed for harassment.

Yes, it's my fantasy for how to deal with the situation, but it's what I plan on

if it should ever happen.

Vern

[Guest guest]

Dear ,

I have had people say to me, " I've looked up your disease, and it

doesn't look to me like it causes a whole lot of pain. I don't see any

reason why you should need 4 painkillers. "

Meanwhile I was overwhelmed with pain and being crushed, physically,

emotionally and spiritually by it.

Some people don't or won't understand. And as much as it pains me to

agree with your husband, they can't be convinced of your need.

As Yoda says... " that is the way of things. "

[Guest guest]

:

Well research of the disorder in textbooks, the web or wherever does not tell

the whole story of the disorder. Those just tell the symptoms. As the phrase

goes, do not judge until one walks in their shoes.

from Bridgeport, CT

[Guest guest]

Thanks for the encouragement.

For the most part I am glad that I didn't say anything and 'stoop to

her level'. I am a Christian and saying something nasty back to her

would not be very Christian-like! If I would have responded with a

nasty remark then I would probably be feeling worse about myself.

[Guest guest]

Vern,

I like your comeback. It makes me smile and I can play it well

in my mind, but I don't see myself ever really doing it. So it is

definitely a fantasy for me. Maybe I should just feel sorry for these

unhappy souls who are so full of jealousy and anger. Where did

compassion and care for others go anyway?

There are so many instances today where people NEED and are issued (by their

DOCTOR)a handicap sticker, that how in the world can anyone JUDGE them simply

because they can get up out of their car and walk. I think I will just use this

situation to remind me that I too should be more caring and less judgemental of

others.

[Guest guest]

Hi :

At least your 'people' took the time to look up some info about CMT. Most

people don't even go that far. Sorry about your physical pain, but please don't

let them crush you emotionally and spiritually too! Keep your hopes up and look

for the good days. I hope you have some family and friends who are supportive!

I am VERY BLESSED to have a husband who is really supportive and 3 wonderful

children who are very supportive also. At least you can always come to

and find a friend who understands what you are going through.

Have a Blessed Day,

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

This never happened to me, but I see people watch me when I walk away from my

car when I park in a handicap spot. Usually, I feel a bit embaressed. Firstly,

because I can walk. (I think maybe they think that that place is for " really "

handicapped people who can't walk.) Secondly because people stare... Once, I

forgot my parking permission and parked in a handicap spot. A man came over and

was angry that I park there when I am not allowed to. I tried to explain that I

AM handicapped, but it doesn't show unless I walk, and walking in front of this

screaming person was not an option, so I drove away.

My main issue is the " concerned " people, the ones who ask me not to drive when I

have been drinking. This has happened a lot of times. I know they mean well, so

I can't get angry, but I do get frustrated.

In Sweden you get a parking permission with you photo on the back. This means

that if anyone tries to accuse you for cheating, you can show that the handicap

parking permission is really yours. I think that's a very good thing!

Beata

[Guest guest]

When I was able, I was a competitive ish dancer, and the usual

questions by twits was " Hey, man what do you wear under your skirt? "

The best answer to that question was given to me in London one day by

a soldier of the Argyle and Sutherland Highlanders, a now defunct

(since 2004) kilted regiment. He said it always stuns the twit into

immediate silence. The answer is (The soldier spoke in a broad

ish brogue that I won't try to transliterate!) " I am a man of few

words. Give me your hand. "

I almost enacted the answer in a Wal-Mart parking lot back in the

States. A " lady " (My mother said I should always speak politely about

anyone regardless of the place on the food chain they occupy)

commented how strong I look for someone who needs a disabled placard.

I unbuckled my belt and started to pull my zipper down. I asked here

to wait just a few seconds and she would see why I need the placard.

She didn't wait.

I lived in a rural county where more cows lived than people so I ran

across this " lady " many times. Whenever I did, somehow she was always

looking in some other direction other that where I was.

Ladies (term used politely here) and gents, try the same action

yourself. Embarrassment is so much sweeter than revenge in these

situations.

--Larry

[Guest guest]

Larry,

Great comeback, living in the bible belt, when the inevitable dogooder decides

to challenge my handicapped placard I usually tell them it's my mission from

the lord to make the holier than thou feel good about themselves, now piss off.

I haven't been arrested yet.

Ed

[Guest guest]

I love it!!!!! So funny!

>

> When I was able, I was a competitive ish dancer, and the usual

> questions by twits was " Hey, man what do you wear under your skirt? "

> The best answer to that question was given to me in London one day by

> a soldier of the Argyle and Sutherland Highlanders, a now defunct

> (since 2004) kilted regiment. He said it always stuns the twit into

> immediate silence. The answer is (The soldier spoke in a broad

> ish brogue that I won't try to transliterate!) " I am a man of few

> words. Give me your hand. "

>

> I almost enacted the answer in a Wal-Mart parking lot back in the

> States. A " lady " (My mother said I should always speak politely about

> anyone regardless of the place on the food chain they occupy)

> commented how strong I look for someone who needs a disabled placard.

> I unbuckled my belt and started to pull my zipper down. I asked here

> to wait just a few seconds and she would see why I need the placard.

>

> She didn't wait.

>

> I lived in a rural county where more cows lived than people so I ran

> across this " lady " many times. Whenever I did, somehow she was always

> looking in some other direction other that where I was.

>

> Ladies (term used politely here) and gents, try the same action

> yourself. Embarrassment is so much sweeter than revenge in these

> situations.

>

> --Larry

>