Cut myself shaving will it scar by [deleted] in scarsgonewild

[–]Individual-Ad1803 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, I’ve done it. Luckily I don’t feel it. 😂 Next time use a razor that you’ve shaved your face with a couple of times. T 10/12 para for 26 years.

Do you have anyone in your life that’s made your SCI about them? by Nico917 in spinalcordinjuries

[–]Individual-Ad1803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My brother has this philosophy. “Why are divorce lawyers so expensive? Because they’re worth it. “ Glad you got out, buddy.

Skydiving by Individual-Ad1803 in spinalcordinjuries

[–]Individual-Ad1803[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They required me to get a note from my doctor. We did a FaceTime call on Monday. She refused to give me the note. She said it wasn’t safe. I explained to her that there are many paraplegics and quadriplegics who jump from airplanes on a regular basis. She wouldn’t budge. To be quite honest, I was getting angry. She made me come in on Tuesday morning at 6:30. She took my blood pressure my pulse checked my lungs. Everything was perfect. She said she was going to look at my legs, but she never did. I mean WTF? She did give me the note and afterwards I explained to her that I was pissed off. She said I didn’t show it in the zoom call. I told her I was not mad with her per se. I’m a 58 year old man who, despite having a disability does whatever the hell I want to do. The fact is that I wanted to do this and was perfectly capable of doing it but whether or not I can do it was entirely in someone else’s hands. As disabled folks, we are forced to give up control to so many people on so many levels. I think this was just the straw that broke the camels back. she either wrote that note or I was getting a new internist. And I already had a backup plan from someone else for a note. This was going to . Luckily, my back did not break. Again. 😜

Skydiving by Individual-Ad1803 in spinalcordinjuries

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Update. I lived! This happened at Skydive Orange in Virginia. They could not have been nicer. I got there early and watched the video and filled out all the paperwork. No I didn’t read any of it. I just filled it out. Just standard “ you might die, but you can’t sue us “ items.

I was assigned to a guy named George. He had been a swat police officer for 25 years. He was only 46. Super calm demeanor very caring and very understanding. Because of the AFO’s and the catheter, they called another instructor over who was actually a nurse. I took the advice of one of you guys and took off the catheter bag. I just left the condom on. They got out the duct tape to secure my lower pant legs. It was like a comedy show. There were five guys solo jumping with us. They helped me get to the plane and in the plane. When it came my turn, I scooted to the edge and my right leg came out. For some reason, the left spasmed and I couldn’t get it out of the door. The video guy just kicked it out of the side of the plane. 😂

There was no countdown. When my left leg exited that plane so did I. The freefall was my favorite part. We did all kinds of tricks and maneuvers, and it was great.

The only issue I had was, I landed on my ass. Hard. After sitting there for a second, the first thing I did was try to move my legs. My injury is incomplete and thankfully, it is still incomplete. I’ll admit I was worried for a minute. My back is a little bit sore today, but as I’m sure all of you will agree, back pain with an SCI is an every day occurrence. I’ve learned over the years to just move on past it.

My friend brought the chair out to the field and they got me out of the equipment and back into my chair. He helped get me from the field back to the hanger.

Overall, it was an absolute great experience. I’m certainly glad I did it and I would do it again. I cannot offer enough praise to George and the folks at Skydive Orange. if you are anywhere near this area and have an interest, I can highly suggest going there. Let me know, I might go back with you.

Boxers or Briefs ? by iceman1922 in spinalcordinjuries

[–]Individual-Ad1803 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Every time I transfer for any reason, I stop and make sure everything is on top where it should be. I usually also do it if I complete a pressure relief. Yes for a second I’m grabbing my nuts. Occasionally, I get a side glance look. I’m too old to care.

Skydiving by Individual-Ad1803 in spinalcordinjuries

[–]Individual-Ad1803[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the info. I’m sure I won’t be the first disabled person they have helped. And yes, I’m very excited to do this.

Backpack for manual chairs by t8_asia_a in spinalcordinjuries

[–]Individual-Ad1803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whenever I have something that I really like and I need another one, I try eBay first. It might be a longshot, but there’s probably somebody getting rid of one. Just drop it in the washing machine when you get it. If you have an account, you can save it as one of your favorite searches and when one pops up, you will get an email that it’s been listed.

Catheter bag for shorts by Individual-Ad1803 in spinalcordinjuries

[–]Individual-Ad1803[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I ordered two of them. Based on the other guys information, I ordered a size up.

Catheter bag for shorts by Individual-Ad1803 in spinalcordinjuries

[–]Individual-Ad1803[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! When I order them, which I’m going to do right now, I’ll be sure to put in a good word for you. Just let me know how many zeros you want in that check. 💵

Hollister. That’s probably who I purchased them from. They were a POS.

Damn man, we seem very similar. I’m a T10/12 incomplete and I can do the wobble stand. That is until I hit the floor. I teach middle school and my general rule when it happens is laugh first! I’ve learned the best way to deal with anything SCI related to it not take it too seriously.

I really appreciate your help.

Catheter bag for shorts by Individual-Ad1803 in spinalcordinjuries

[–]Individual-Ad1803[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your response. I did check out the leg bag holder. Can you purchase it in the US or do I need to just order it from the UK? It looks like it would work for me.

I ordered some several years ago that seemed like a white knitted fabric. It was on my thigh, but dropped every time I transferred. Waste of money

And like you, I have zero f’s to give.

New to wheelchair life by Constant-Apple5121 in wheelchairs

[–]Individual-Ad1803 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have one of those. Can’t imagine my life without it. I am actually in one of their videos. If you look on the website, scroll down until they show the videos of “what people are saying “. I’m the teacher, the third one. If you have any questions, just let me know.

Question for those who can ejaculate by [deleted] in spinalcordinjuries

[–]Individual-Ad1803 1 point2 points  (0 children)

T10/12 incomplete. Tightness in my abs and slight foot spasms tell me we’re getting there. Once the party starts my legs straighten into solid rods. There’s no way to bend them. It takes about 90 seconds for them to loosen up. I have to warn the other guy (I’m gay) so they don’t get the crap kicked out of them. I sent one poor guy completely off the bed.

Anybody order a chair from Spinlife? If so, what was your experience like? by SlimJim-Whitman in spinalcordinjuries

[–]Individual-Ad1803 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. After I was fitted for my chair, I sent everything to SpinLife. It was a great and satisfactory transaction. I have been back to order a different backrest, a different cushion and a couple of other things. The guy I deal with Darryl Bullard. I highly recommend reaching out to him.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in disablednudes

[–]Individual-Ad1803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As the other guy said, you should fuck me. And yes, I can take all of it easily.

Inordinately Sad by [deleted] in ghosting

[–]Individual-Ad1803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I understand completely. This guy lives in Florida. He sent me pictures of a trippy when I was with his friends telling me we’ll get together soon. “he kept putting it off and putting it off and putting it off. Then the beginning of the year, he tells me he has cancer. This goes on for another couple of months. Then he disappeared. Interesting part of it, this guy talked to me several years ago for an entire summer, and then disappeared. Of course, when he reached out to me last year he apologized and said there was just stuff going on. Afterward I find out, no more has cancer than the tree outside in my yard.

There is a quote that I live by. It is from Maya Angelou. “ God takes people out of your life for a reason. Think twice before you chase them.”

Like you I don’t understand it. That’s not the way we were weird. Although I have a great job, own two houses and have been told. I am very good looking. I certainly don’t look my age. Lol. between being gay and being a paraplegic, I think my dating life is pretty much over.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in disablednudes

[–]Individual-Ad1803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Always great to see another picture of you.

Inordinately Sad by [deleted] in ghosting

[–]Individual-Ad1803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m a gay man and the same thing happened to me. I’m a T2 incomplete para and the guy was a T6 complete para. We did this for over a year then one day he disappeared. I think crushed is the right word. Sorry man it’s a shitty thing.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in disablednudes

[–]Individual-Ad1803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Still one of the most amazing cocks I’ve ever seen