using the cane – Multiple Sclerosis & Me

Smuggler’s Cane

I used it yesterday/last nite…not in its entirety – there was nothing in the flask; i was going to a restaurant – but using it is more work than the others because of the “handle” or lack thereof. Before G2 bought it we discussed my being able to use the cane because of its handle and we figured that if I couldn’t use it she would try to change it. All the canes i’ve used have a “L shaped” top; this one has a knob (there are actually proper names for the different handle tops, but i won’t bore u with those details).

We figured, correctly so, that it certainly would be a different experience. It was – it’s much more work. I guess i never realized just how much i rely on that little “handle” part of the other canes, but i do…i won’t go as far as to say that i can’t use it, but i actually have to be conscious of the fact that i have to lift it off the ground. I don’t drag the others (i don’t think) but if I don’t lift this one up entirely it will fall flat and we definitely don’t want that to happen…

suppose the flask inside doesn’t survive – GASP!!!

Smuggler's Cane

suppose the flask inside doesn’t survive – GASP!!!

The Cane

alright, so I’m sold on the use of the cane; it helps me most of the time. Now, don’t get me wrong, there are times when having a cane does not help at all, but those times are few and far between. i bought 2 – a black and a brown, c’mon now, a chick needs to be stylish and co-ordinated. They have both served me quite well and so now, i think it’s time to put a cane on my christmas list.

A thinks i need a limin cane (she’s thinking one that lights up or something) to be used only when limin
Another friend saw a cane with a sword in a movie – if he sees it on Fulton (he lives in NY); it’s mine!
G2 is on the prowl for a blinged out 1 with a pimp cup

When i started thinking about/looking for canes, i was amazed at how many options there were “out there”. Never in my wildest dreams would I have thought that canes would be on the market for $800 or so, but they’re out there and there are so many differnt types. It does make sense tho, i s’pose…for someone like me who has to use canes regularly, you would approach it as an investment and be willing to spend some money on it as opposed to someone in search of a cane temporarily. Now, would I spend $800 on it? Absolutely not! but i am will to go beyond the $14.99 that I spent on the ones that i have now.

Not Sold

So…I’m still not sold on this cane. I’m giving it a chance, but…

yesterday I had to pick up my car from the repair shop – how the fcuk do u see a parked car that is sitting in a practically empty parking lot and then reverse into it????? that is just beyond my realm of imagination…but as usual i digress – so i went to get the car, took the cane and what did i do? held it in my hand instead of actually using it! HELLO! I’m a loser, yes i know.

I get that it will help with my balance – i think. What if i have it in my right hand and i start to sway to my left? what then?
I’m not sure that it will help me when i’m stiff – can it really help me then?
what about when my knees decide to lock up – to me that is just more drama

I’m still being positive…I am not going to write it off. I just have to get into the habit of picking it up and actually using it i s’pose and we’ll see what happens.

It’s a nice sleek one…it’s not fancy; didnt want to spend too much money on it until i know it’ll actually be worth it, but it’s cool enuf that i won’t mind walking around with it.

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