Handicap Placards - What is the actual benefit?

[pegasus1300]

"Just have to see the need through their eyes. Not all disabilities are visible."
Briorick that ability is unfortunately becoming more and more rare in our society these days. Thank you for bringing it to mind.

 

[2dogs]

I'm with you Briorick. Fortunately for me, I still have my left leg and I'm unwilling at this point to give it up. PT twice a week now for I don't know how long. As long as I can ride, walk, and work, I'm good for now. Yep, like you, I sometimes need the HC spots, and sometimes I don't. And the shopping carts often make the shopping a pleasant experience. Keep up the good attitude and pass it around, you're a good example of what some others need to adhere to.

 

[Briorick]

I'm with you Briorick. Fortunately for me, I still have my left leg and I'm unwilling at this point to give it up. PT twice a week now for I don't know how long. As long as I can ride, walk, and work, I'm good for now. Yep, like you, I sometimes need the HC spots, and sometimes I don't. And the shopping carts often make the shopping a pleasant experience. Keep up the good attitude and pass it around, you're a good example of what some others need to adhere to.

Thanks 2dogs for your inspiring words.

My motto: I try and maintain a positive outlook regardless of the situation at hand. Most often when I approach another disabled person ( generally amputees more often than not ) I always make it a point to greet and acknowledge them. So many times they try their best to be low keyed in public, and not be noticed because of some peoples reactions to them, that it makes them uncomfortable wanting to approach anyone. Not all, but some.

Myself, being a people person, and being the outgoing type that I am, understand this feeling totally. Been there, done that, felt that way.....now over it, and enjoying life. Usually asking them if they want to race is a great conversation starter. :roflblack:

After engaging in conversation, and sometimes sharing our stories, it always seems we both end up feeling pretty darn good, enjoyed a few laughs and are on our separate ways thereafter.

Regarding your leg health situation, wishing you all the best with whatever your future holds for you.