tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7529378731102492473.post1484025747514685272..comments2023-11-15T20:23:58.478-08:00Comments on The Lesion Journals: When is it Time to Get the Blue Placard?Christie @ the Lesion Journalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06633600406115639537noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7529378731102492473.post-25454888806229087492014-08-13T15:53:45.474-07:002014-08-13T15:53:45.474-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09508932911618224194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7529378731102492473.post-84835833586544681592011-10-19T15:50:50.567-07:002011-10-19T15:50:50.567-07:00Hey Jackass! I told you to get it ages ago. Just b...Hey Jackass! I told you to get it ages ago. Just because its in your glovebox doesnt mean you will use it. Its only there IF you need it.<br />Im also glad you finally took my advice about applying with the utility company.<br />Now you know what a smart(ass)I am!Melhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03746210362803782854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7529378731102492473.post-79229869780164304862011-10-19T12:17:48.233-07:002011-10-19T12:17:48.233-07:00Hi Daniella, it's a pleasure to meet you! I ch...Hi Daniella, it's a pleasure to meet you! I checked out your blog, very cool that you do art journaling around your life with MS. I will keep watching for new posts! Thanks so much for the nice words. Be well, ChristieChristie @ the Lesion Journalshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06633600406115639537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7529378731102492473.post-47525507682498176882011-10-14T09:16:11.668-07:002011-10-14T09:16:11.668-07:00Hi Christie!
My name is Daniella and I've just...Hi Christie!<br />My name is Daniella and I've just started an MS blog. I have been searching, as best as i can because I am computer stupid, for other ms blogs. I am finding them, slowly but surely!!<br />That is how I found you!!<br />Your blog is awesome and so are you!! I love reading your entries, you crack me up!! I also read your about me.<br />My new blog is<br />multiplesclerosisjournalit.blogspot.com<br />I hope you can stop by!!<br />Have an awesome day!!<br />xxDaniellaDaniellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16464704755878016957noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7529378731102492473.post-75224654919262742602011-10-11T06:31:59.662-07:002011-10-11T06:31:59.662-07:00Swiss: I love you for being strong, beautiful and...Swiss: I love you for being strong, beautiful and brave. I want to give you the biggest hug in the world right now...see you in 2 days!Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14942915973551628075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7529378731102492473.post-20087529260050458002011-10-04T06:13:06.787-07:002011-10-04T06:13:06.787-07:00Amy: thanks so much for stopping by and sharing yo...Amy: thanks so much for stopping by and sharing your story. Saving our energy for the important things in life is most crucial. Be well, ChristieChristie @ the Lesion Journalshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06633600406115639537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7529378731102492473.post-21757054978171294692011-10-03T21:44:10.430-07:002011-10-03T21:44:10.430-07:00I love you! You are inspiring and brave everyday.
...I love you! You are inspiring and brave everyday.<br /><br />Xo<br />Annatravelinggalshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12026204363126682174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7529378731102492473.post-72383376369789591232011-10-02T10:27:10.206-07:002011-10-02T10:27:10.206-07:00Hi Christie,
It's funny because I haven't ...Hi Christie,<br />It's funny because I haven't ever written about this on my blog. I've had MS for 23 years.. and I got my HC placard pretty early. Way back then, there wasn't any DMDs and my version of MS albeit invisible didn't allow me to walk too far. Although I didn't need ti to get in to the store, it's fairly safe to say I would need it when I left. About two years ago, my symptoms became more, shall we say pronounced. At this time, I have to decide what I want to spend my energy on. I've become quite comfortable with my cluttered house - allowing me more active time with my daughter and husband. That isn't always easy to get past. I can say for sure.. that I don't want to waste any energy running to the CVS or the grocery store. <br /><br />Now I use a walking stick to compensate from my serious lack of balance and it's easier to get out of the car and feel justified. While I wish my limitations didn't have me so "out"... I'm glad that I can take advantage of the privileges membership offers. Hey, they are everywhere you want to be! ;) Thanks for making me think about this Christie~Amy Gurowitzhttp://mslol.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7529378731102492473.post-18977561352266394612011-09-28T05:59:35.571-07:002011-09-28T05:59:35.571-07:00Hey Stax! Thanks for stopping by. And, I am glad t...Hey Stax! Thanks for stopping by. And, I am glad to hear that you got your permit, it's probably making life a bit better. Now keep an eye out for those segways! Take care and be well. Best, ChristieChristie @ the Lesion Journalshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06633600406115639537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7529378731102492473.post-76718010441284812242011-09-27T10:44:52.404-07:002011-09-27T10:44:52.404-07:00i have to admit that it wasn't that much of a ...i have to admit that it wasn't that much of a struggle for me...i'd been thinking about it all along but what eventually made me take the plunge was that, one day i was in the mall shopping and decided it was time for me to struggle back to the car. As i was taking one step today the other tomorrow, a security guard whizzed past on her segway and i got so mad! i was mad at her for being able to go by so fast, mad at the MS for doing a number on me and mad at the fact that i couldn't park in a the "blue zone" and had to walk that much further to get to my car!!! I went to my doctor's office soon after and got the application for the permit :-)<br /><br />http://msxats.blogspot.com/2009/12/alternative-treatment.htmlAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01050970928405965804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7529378731102492473.post-60038321913053154852011-09-27T06:12:29.136-07:002011-09-27T06:12:29.136-07:00Hi Karen: I just read your story. It certainly is ...Hi Karen: I just read your story. It certainly is hard coming to the realization that our MS is with us forever. I went through similar emotions when I had my recent relapse and during my inner battles of deciding when to get the placard. Thanks so much for writing that post and for stopping by. Be well. Best, Christie<br /><br />Hi Judy: I love thinking about this as a membership privilege! Great way to think about it. Thanks so much for popping in to visit! Hope all is good. Best, ChristieChristie @ the Lesion Journalshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06633600406115639537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7529378731102492473.post-81122240913512350392011-09-26T12:18:19.379-07:002011-09-26T12:18:19.379-07:00I had MS for about 20 years before I broke down an...I had MS for about 20 years before I broke down and got the permit. And I resisted for many of the same reasons you have. Well, now I get the best parking spots, even if the cost is a high one. I still would rather walk from the far end of the parking lot but ... hey, I'll just look at this as an example of membership has its privileges.<br />JudyJudyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07141627284221873201noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7529378731102492473.post-54766884809079483932011-09-26T08:25:53.390-07:002011-09-26T08:25:53.390-07:00I got my disabled parking permit about a month aft...I got my disabled parking permit about a month after I was diagnosed. I have difficulty walking and use a cane. I use the permit on days I need it, and on better days, I pull into a "regular" parking spot. <br /><br />Here in Canada, the doctor fills out your form, you go to the DMV and get the permit.<br /><br />It was a difficult experience for me...you can read my story here.<br />http://meanderone.blogspot.com/2010/06/parking-permit-or-how-i-conquered.htmlKarenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01051732856820479687noreply@blogger.com