wheelieman
DL AP from 85-93
- Joined
- Jan 22, 2008
When I started using an ecv I always had my cane with me, and if I transfered it was really obvious that there was "something not quite right with that boy". The CMs at DL treated me so well, One of the reasons I loved Disneyland so much was because even when I was able bodied, I was totally accepted as a friend by almost all CM's, and they seemed to enjoy my company as much as I enjoyed theirs.
Now that I am in a wheelchair, I dont get the obnoxious stares, and being 6'5" shows even in my chair, and I woud always bring my caine in case I needed to transfer. I have been "lucky" enough to have a visible disabilty, and if anybody gave me flack or called me lazy, I would have no problem returning a witty comeback. I am good at self deprecating humor, too.
Ironicly, when I had my pass starting in 1985, I was very able bodied. I met a friend named Wayne that I met at the park, and I used to take it upon myself to carry him onto Star Tours and Space Mountain. He was very appreciative, and a really nice guy. He may still hang around the park. Anyway, sorry for the pointless post
God Bless
Dave in Perris
Now that I am in a wheelchair, I dont get the obnoxious stares, and being 6'5" shows even in my chair, and I woud always bring my caine in case I needed to transfer. I have been "lucky" enough to have a visible disabilty, and if anybody gave me flack or called me lazy, I would have no problem returning a witty comeback. I am good at self deprecating humor, too.
Ironicly, when I had my pass starting in 1985, I was very able bodied. I met a friend named Wayne that I met at the park, and I used to take it upon myself to carry him onto Star Tours and Space Mountain. He was very appreciative, and a really nice guy. He may still hang around the park. Anyway, sorry for the pointless post
God Bless
Dave in Perris