Bry-M Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 Your attitude reminds me of the knight in monty python's the holy grail, "tis only a flesh wound!" Fair play to you handling it so well when others would just give up and drown in self pity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deershooter Posted February 29, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 Regarding benefits the only thing I have claimed is disability living allowance. I have been in full time employment since leaving school at 16 I have never had a day on the dole, and was still working from the hospital bed via a laptop and dongle. The hospital would not let me home for 14 days due to me not having a handrail at the toilet, 16 weeks later I was still waiting for social services to come however I was out of hospital. I contacted social services a month before going in to hospital for the second operation to ask them for a higher toilet and some handrails I was told that as I had not had the second operation and could die during the operation that could be a waste of money even though I live in a council house they were so unhelpful. They did deliver a ramp for the front door but that was propped up in the hall way waiting for social services to send some one round to fit it which never happened it went back after 16 weeks still in the box On leaving hospital I returned home (I live on my own) the person who helped most was my mother I cannot thank her enough she came every night for 6 weeks its her who deserves the medal not me. The hospital would not give me my second leg when it was made due to them thinking I would do too much on it ,I had to go for physio every two days and leave the leg it at the hospital eventually they gave me the leg to bring home but Ihad returned to work on the electric buggy 6 weeks earlier. The disability living allowance is a non means tested benefit which helps with the jobs I am unable to do safely like gardening (I still do all the veg and fruit)along with the flowers its the mowing and digging I find hard Life is hard but you have to go on its a way of life not a disability you just have to adapt and go on I am not looking for sympathy (you will find this between **** and syphilis in the dictionary) this is just a post to tell all that no matter how bad thing are there is always a brighter side to look forward to. Do not get your self down get your mates to come round for a beer in the evening and get the gun out and get shooting at the weekend Happy shooting to all Deersghooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrycatcat1 Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 I wish you all the best mate, I dont have the words to properly describe how much in awe I am of you :thumbs: I think I would have cried Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magman Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 northeastshooter I do like some one who can make me laugh. it was laughter and **** taking what got me thtrough this and by the way no I dont have anny slippers for sale :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: Deershooter Any shoe's , boots come on you must have something To you Sir i raise my hat and salute you Regards MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tel Time Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 my 11 year old son is type one, 5 years now, and i live in fear for him every moment of every day, but it is his life and i can only advise, a friend of mine became type 2 and developed depression... until my son got hold of him and had a little chat, his little inspiration he calls him now, its people like you and my son who just give the universe two fingers and crack on with life that i truly, truly respect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruno22rf Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 (edited) Tel Time-you need to do more than advise him at 11-you need to lay down the law.He will hate you in the short term but with puberty looming he needs to be as near angelic as possible.I was a total **** with my diabetes for 30 years but a Heart attack,a Stroke,loss of sight in my shooting eye followed finally by a double transplant has made me see the error of my ways.BTW well trousered Mr.deershooter-doesn't it pizz you off when you hear people beeching about having a cold. Edited February 29, 2012 by bruno22rf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrispti Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 Good on you mate, true British stiff upper lip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerettaSV10 Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 I wish you all the best mate, I dont have the words to properly describe how much in awe I am of you :thumbs: Can't put into words either, best of luck for the future and a speedy recovery. I suffer from Diabetes as well, and live with the constant pain of the nerve damage, which is can't a patch on what you have been through, my legs look like a war ground of poorly healed cuts and bruises. Hats off to you for your determination and effort in looking bright and is a encentive for others to show life carries on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njc110381 Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 I really admire folk like you who get out and get on with things even when stuff like this gets in the way. Fair play to you fella, life is what you make of it and it looks like you don't let much stand in your way?! I could have done with one of your legs earlier... I dropped a big rock on my foot - wouldn't have been a problem for you but it made me mutter a few choice words I can tell you! Seriously though, cheers for posting this. Next time I have a rough day I'll keep my chin up and get on with it. I'm terrible for sulking but really have nothing to moan about! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ack-ack Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 Hells teeth man, that is an awesome pair of wounds. I also salute your lack of fuss and bother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
officerdibble777 Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 Sir,I take my hat off to you.I have a good idea what you put yourself through to try and keep up with the "normal"people.I am an amputee too,left bellow knee,and knowing just how dificult some evryday tasks can be for me,I can only imagine how hard it must be for you.I think I am fortunate,I was able to retire at 48 and spend my time doing the things I like. All the very best with your journey john Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deershooter Posted February 29, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 No just flesh wounds really :lol: :lol: the main problem is you cannot get what you want there are now hydrolic ankles available that allow your feet to go flat to the floor properly when walking but will they give me some? no way just too expensive they say Deershooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stokie Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 If I've won tonight's lotto buddy I'll buy you a new set of ankles Respect is due Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heilan Coo Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 (edited) Nothing more to add that hasn't already been said, you have my utmost respect!!! My granny was an amputee too, she was admitted to hospital one time but didn't have the leg with her. You should have seen the looks I got walking through A.R.I. with her artificial leg complete with sock and trainer on, slung over my shoulder Edited February 29, 2012 by Heilan Coo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoggysreels Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 I work for the Ambulance Service, I whizz round in those big yellow Taxi's the inebriated tend to prefer when they have drank all their money away and forgot to save their mini cab fare home. Deershooter ... its a positive attitude and outlook that you have that I honestly believe makes people like yourself have a fulfilling life and to that end you have my most sincere respect. I believe you have to have a "greed" for life ... you have a great out look and long may it be so ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulf Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 Great to see someone who doesn't let anything get in the way of what they enjoy and takes life as it comes. Its such a shame that others let farr smaller problems rule them rather than conquering them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harpoonlouis Posted March 1, 2012 Report Share Posted March 1, 2012 Top man! We are just down the A46 if you want a shoot, be an honour to see you here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keg Posted March 1, 2012 Report Share Posted March 1, 2012 I can only echo what others have already said, pair of big brass ones swinging there sir!. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deershooter Posted March 1, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 1, 2012 harpoonlouis please pm me the details I would love to come as long as its not too up hill and down dale Deershooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harpoonlouis Posted March 1, 2012 Report Share Posted March 1, 2012 You have pm. Flat as a pancake! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gixer1 Posted March 1, 2012 Report Share Posted March 1, 2012 (edited) Took a bit too much off when clipping the toe nails eh? Either that or the worst circumcision known to man! as i said before - well done you! Edited March 1, 2012 by gixer1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harnser Posted March 1, 2012 Report Share Posted March 1, 2012 Top man! We are just down the A46 if you want a shoot, be an honour to see you here. Thats a very nice gesture . Harnser . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bala Posted March 1, 2012 Report Share Posted March 1, 2012 great attitude mate, your friends and relatives must be very proud of you. :good: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P~MX Posted March 1, 2012 Report Share Posted March 1, 2012 DS I suffer from chronic back trouble but what you've had to endure is unreal - you are a real man with real Heart ! All the very best Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crosshair Posted March 1, 2012 Report Share Posted March 1, 2012 You are one determined guy, and deserve all the credit you get. It made me think of some of the lazy scroats that I know, one is a thirty year old that has never worked, claims he has depression, just working the benefit system. He dreads the day that the doctors sign him off the sick. I wish you all the best, and I'm sure there are guys on here living close by you that will give you help and encouragement while shooting, or whatever else you choose to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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