How many drugs do you take?
After the first visit Dr. Shin prescribed me Fentanyl (25MCG/HR patch) and Hydrocodone (10MG/500MG). At first this combination worked really well. Other then the smaller more manageable headaches the Hydrocodone gave me, I felt little to no pain the majority of my days and the biggest improvement was my new found ability to sleep through the night. However, I wanted to sleep a lot, like all day. The urge was nearly irresistible. I could easily sleep most of the day if I didn't make myself get up and stay active. At first this was really nice because my ability to get a good night rest has diminished over the years as a result of the various surgeries. My neck and shoulders constantly hurt and I rarely have a moment where I don't have a headache. I've always been a side sleeper and since I begun using the wheelchair I haven't really been able too. The size of my shoulders makes it pretty hard to sleep on my side now. Ultimately I simply got tired of all the pain and wanted to feel what it was like not to hurt. I've always known pain, it's been a part of me for as long as I can remember but I had enough.Read complete post
Chipotle, Lewisville
Knowing Chipotle is owned by the same company as McDonald’s I have come to expect a certain level of accessibility when entering one of their restaurants. However, it’s only been recently that I’ve gone into the one located right around the corner from my house. I’m a huge fan of Taco Cabana and I don’t like change. But anyways, back to the matter at hand … the place is pretty kick ass (and accessible) for a number of reasons. For one it’s big and open. The concrete floors are easy to roll on and their tables are not so ornate that I can’t roll under them. I’ve included the picture below but basically it’s a straight poll so it’s very easy to roll under and put the brakes on. This is huge for when you’re by yourself and someone can’t help you move a chair or if you are with a group of people and no extra chair is available. The second great thing about Chipotle is the pop machines are low enough that I can fill my own drink without the worry of a spill or the puzzling stares of on-lookers. My only complaint about Chipotle is the ordering line. It’s low enough I can nearly see over it but high enough I can’t see any of the available ingredients for my burrito. From what I can see, there are also no signs stating what’s available.
Awesome Tables - Picture
Quick’n’Dirty
- Big open spaces
- Concrete floors
- Roll-under tables
- Low pop machines
- Ordering line is too high, can’t see ingredients
mikeagimp rating: 4 out of 5
The Flying Saucer, Ft. Worth
My friend Laure and I made a trip to the Ft. Worth Modern Art Museum this past Sunday and later we found ourselves driving in circles looking to get something to eat. Finally we parked the bus (Nissan Quest) and hit the streets so we could better decide on where we wanted to eat. Since it was a Sunday, there was little traffic and even fewer pedestrians so it was pretty easy to get around. I enjoy rollin' around Ft. Worth more then I do Dallas for a couple different reasons. Ft. Worth has brick paved sidewalks and some streets so it's a nice change up to feel the rumble in my hands. This style of sidewalk of course requires me to pay more attention to my wheels and what was ahead but it's easy to forget about all that and enjoy the people, the sounds and the weather. The sidewalks seem much more level as well which is a key for saving your shoulders if you plan on rollin' around most of the day.Read complete post