My Cane. My Fabulous Medical Accessory!

When people see I have a cane they either look at me with pity or try to ask me in a way they think will not be offensive. When i first started using one, I was so happy it was not a wheelchair I could care less what they asked me. Since those first days I have only felt upset one time about my cane. My boyfriend and I took a winery tour and part of it was on a special trolley. I got on and the filled space went dead quiet. I took my seat and the whispers and 'I'm not looking but I am' glances made the whole tour uncomfortable. Next time it happens again, I'm just going to tell everyone, "Yes everyone. I have a cane. Now stop being a child and get over it!"

Anyway, I am pleased to say that was a one time thing. Most people might be depressed about the cane or feel pity about me using one. For me, a cane is a major success and I loath when I need a walker or being in a wheelchair. The cane is here to stay so I have decided to view it more as an accessory than a medical device. Medical device says I am chronically ill and won't get better. Accessory says it's clearly a medical style statement and does not mean I'm hopeless for getting better.

So how do I live life to the fullest with my cane? By adding its creative spice to my life of course! Confused? I would be. To help clarify what I mean, I will give you a look into the cane-styling life style. So if you have a cane, do not ever feel ashamed. Realize it's there for you and stop worrying about what other people think. Actually, it turns out to be a great conversation starter. Really weird way to approach a girl but hey! if it works..it works.

For those of you who read my chronically ill or wheelchair fabulous, you know why I should really not have been in Las Vegas with my cane or otherwise. Still, I was in Vegas and wanted a picture before my night out. Do I leave out the cane? Nope. We are looking fabulous posing together in the Luxor. My cane was extra loved during those nights we went out because it ensured no high heel crisis would happen. Before being ill, I could run in seven-inch heels. Now, I need my supportive canes in even four-inch ones. The wonderful job it did to make sure I lived my Vegas time to the fullest made it a necessary for this picture.

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A statue with a cane? I am all about the photo cane opportunity. What a pair we make! The old man bronze statue with his cane and my bright colors holding up my own cane. If I did not have a cane, this picture would just look silly Instead, it is an awesome moment to look at my cane as a positive picture accessory. No need to be ashamed! If he can work it, so can I.

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I spent most of my tour (check out wheelchair fabulous) in my wheelchair. So luckily, I got a chance to get a picture in front of the second largest sphynx all thanks to the support of my cane. I looked way cooler having the sphynx not covered up by half my wheelchair and you can actually see what I look like. Supporting me so I could take the pictures I wanted and get the most out of my trip. What an awesome medical device!

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While I do not recommend it, the cane can be also be used in self-defense. Or in the picture's case, to aid in slaying a dragon. Either way, having a cane means do not mess with me whether you are in your twenties or 70s. You do not want to get hit by an angry lady with a cane. That would probably hurt not to mention you look like a complete jerk for trying to rob a handicap person. So respect those with a cane and let them live life to the fullest in peace.

The basics of self-defense is something everyone should learn. Before getting sick, I was required to take a workshop on self-defense as part of my job. Even if it definitely was not my favorite part of the job, I am still glad I learned what I did.

So I am far from tall but my cane allows me to stand straight even after a five hour bus trip to the Jordan River. Plus, it actually blends in a bit with my outfit. Totally unplanned but I think it gives it a little extra unique touch. With my cane there, I am standing tall and happy (all by myself). I'm on vacation, it's warm, I feel fabulous. What more in life could you want?

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Thank Goodness for My Cane!

This summer my friend insisted we arrive four hours early to meet this actor from the show Tru Blood. I only made it through one season so when I met him I realized everyone had brought something to get signed and I didn't. Unsure of what to say (how awkward to admit you didn't come as a fan so you were not prepared) I asked him to sign my cane. So he signed it. Two weeks later it had completely disappeared but whatever. I was just glad I had something for him to sign instead of being like cool. Nice to meet you. Waited for four hours to shake your hand. Thanks.

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While in Vegas, I went on the grass with my cane and made an odd discovery. The cane wasn't sinking in at all and neither were my heeled boots. Why? All the grass was completely fake! So being from a place which would never consider fake over real grass, I had to take a photo-op (cane included) of this important discovery. Also, the confusion of such a thing is captured in my expression.

There is nothing more annoying than wasting water on watering lawns in the desert. Let the desert be. If you want grass then go with faux grass. Our hotel in Vegas had lovely grass. They didn't even need to water it. Make the water-friendly choice and switch to faux grass. Or get a discrete place for your pet to urination.

Do you see the bright side of a cane?