When you can't get up from the low commodes in public restrooms, and the round tissue holder offers nothing to grab, is it OK to use the handicap stall?
I've knocked over a tall rack of shoes while trying to fit into a pair and hopping on one foot. I've caused a commotion in Kohls dressing room, choked by my scarf caught on my half removed jacket that restrained my arms during a hot flash. I've exposed my big girl white panties in Macy's after a fall in a dressing room with a short door next to the Karen Scott racks. I walked into a mannequin that JCP perched in the middle of a wide aisle. She lost an arm. In every case, the racket from my falls drew attention. Well, the hundreds of flying shoes and arm did too.
Not sure I want to take the chance of a 4 roll dispenser that can't hold my weight being ripped off the stall divider sending me crashing into (or through) the stall's door with my pants down. I think that may be what happened to the poor soul that was in this one. So can I please use the handicap stall?
Not sure I want to take the chance of a 4 roll dispenser that can't hold my weight being ripped off the stall divider sending me crashing into (or through) the stall's door with my pants down. I think that may be what happened to the poor soul that was in this one. So can I please use the handicap stall?
Tests are back. The last one to come in was really bad, the others were OK. Two were bad, one very bad, eight normal. I guess that's better than bad news on all!! But am I mopey? You bet.
If you're looking for ferns, Home Depot has a sale for $10, and our Lowe's has them for $8 this week. A little smashed, to be expected, but good sized and healthy.
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I say yes to using the handicap stall. Thinking of you!
I use the handicap stall all the time. I got tired of hitting my head on the back of the door when I tried to sit, PLUS it's usually cleaner and has TP. Glad you are back on the blog! Sounds like you have a lot on your plate, hang in there.
Yes, I often use the handicapped toilet. Its a toilet not a parking space...
Thanks for the laugh on this grey day. And go for it girl use the handicap stall.
I hope the test results are not too terribly bad. You have a good constitution to keep going as you do. Yes, to the handicapped stall. They are put there to accommodate people who need it, but if it isn't occupied, by all means use it. I sat on a commode in a public place the other day and all I can say is that they took that stool from my kindergarten bathroom stall. I did not think I was going to get back up and there were no hand rails! LOL Sending thoughts and hugs.
My opinion that all stalls should be furnished with tall commodes, hand bars
ample TP and within reach. Our aging population, not necessarily handicapped, can
use such considerations and would appreciate same.
There is some optimism to be found in those tests, Marly. Hope the really bad can
be resolved and most brought up to normal... Your description of storewide mishaps
is hilarious, sad, but hilarious. Onward and upward....
YES YOU CAN AND I DO BIG HUGS
LOL! I like Mary's comment.
Thanks for the fern update. May have to head to Lowe's đ
I use the handicap stalls all the time..Giant Eagle had gorgeous ferns yesterday but I didn't notice the price..they were selling like crazy..that stall photo is hilarious...
Absolutely! I used one in the airport yesterday after a long, long wait in line... Just couldn't hold it any longer so I grabbed the first stall I saw which just happened to be the handicapped... Thanks for the heads up on the ferns--I will definitely be buying some. And you're right--at least all tests didn't come back with bad results. Hang in there, Marly! ♥
Well, gee...I dunno....don’t you think you have to have a sticker on your a$* or something??? ;-) JK!! Of course, girl...go for it!!! But dang, I almost peed my pants reading of your mishaps....Sometimes I visualize better than I should. Sorry to hear of the bad test results.... I am hoping, with everyone else, that there is a treatment for whatever it means and you can find some resolution. We’re all rooting for you Girlfriend.... ~Robin~
You go right ahead and use that handicapped stall! There's nothing that requires us to ignore a perfectly useful toilet - the darn things are there for those who need them and I've never yet encountered an attendant demanding papers to prove I'm authorized.
Very sorry about bad test results. Still hoping they can figure out something that helps.
First I'm very sorry to hear about your tests results not being up to par. With that being said....Honey I think we deserve to be able to use the handicapped stall. Some of these restrooms have the stalls so small you can bearly turn around. I for one do not want to show my big girl panties. I've never had anyone make a comment to me when I do use one.
I had a knee replacement six years ago which didn't go as well as hoped (long story). I have a very difficult time bending my knee enough to easily sit on short toilets, so if there's an open handicap stall, I'll use it. There are a lot of reasons someone might need to use one, so I say just do it. (There are often baby changing centers in the handicap stall, so it's obviously expected that not everyone who goes into one is handicapped.)
Looks like you have permission/authorization to use the Handicapped stall/ Please print out these responses and carry it with you at all times in the event you are accosted by the handicapped stall police
There are no laws about handicapped bathrooms like there are about handicapped parking slots, so it is ridiculous not to use the handicapped stall when it would make your life easier and keep you safer. I worked retail for years, and the merchants would prefer you use them and not tear up their bathroom stalls trying to pull yourself up on things not designed for the job. And they'd really like you not to fall down, hurt yourself, and sue them. So please, use the handicapped stall.
So sorry about your tests, Marly. You are in my thoughts and prayers each day. It's really quite amazing to see how much all of us blog needleworker friends mean to each other. You bring so much enjoyment to me as I follow your life and the involvement of your family. I am hoping that as the sun shines more each day, your health improves. Be well and take care.
By all means, girl, that handicap stall is there for a reason! I think some places must install really low toilets because they are accommodating children. If someone says something to you for using the handicap stall, look them sternly in the eye and say, "Stay in your lane."
People can be mean. I'm sorry. But the good news is that what goes around comes around.
I'm sorry some of the tests were bad. I'll give you the advice I live by, that my mom gave me: When a good day comes, enjoy it. When a bad day comes, hunker down and wait for a good one.
Sending hugs and good juju.
Prayers for you concerning your tests. So sorry you are dealing with so much discomfort.
I use the handicap stalls and you can and should too. They are there for the public to use........I would unless I saw someone in a wheel chair or other wise disabled. If they'd make the other stalls bigger they would be so much more easy to use.
Thanks for the info about the ferns. Haven't had one in years. Love them.
Take care and I pray that you summer will be everything you desire.
Hugs,
Charlotte in Va.
why not? unless you are sitting on someone else's lap--it's vacant for anyone who needs it.
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