Because they think I'm Retarded

I was telling her friend about this story today I thought I was share it I have been in a wheelchair for about 24 years now and I'm very comfortable of what I am and who I am and I have a sick sense of humor . when it comes to my disability and dealing with people . I understand that it is sometimes human nature to deal with something you don't understand at arm's length and make assumptions this is where my entertainment begins if you read my blog , you know that I like to travel . this particular time . I was getting a ride from a friend to the airport he was an able-bodied person we rode up to the drop-off section of the airport the skycaps come up . of course , to help you with your luggage . they reluctantly stand there and watch as a transfer it to my chair all the while communicating only with my friend , because he is the one that is able-bodied and they think I'm retarded , because I haven't said anything they assume , because I'm not speaking and their own ignorance that I am incapable of thought . so , my friend puts all of my luggage on the skycaps dollies and as you know they don't let you stay parked or let your car stay unattended" we both knew that" so as I get situated in my chair . I purposely did not say anything and do not make eye contact eye can see out of the corner of my eye's . they have this petrified look on their face , because he is getting in his car and leaving so therefore , that means that they will have to deal with me directlythis is where my fun starts I noticed the disbelief on the two skycaps face as my friends leaves and says "have a nice trip Tucker see you in about two weeks" in my best impression other person with a retardation I pretend like I'm crying and start to say"whyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy what am I going to do he said he was going to love me and he would never leave me whyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy I don't have any money I'm very hungry and I need to use the bathroom whyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy"if you could of seen the horror on their face it was like they were saying to themselves what the fuck , are we going to do with this retarded man they started to panic I let them on for about five minutes and then with a smile on my face am back to my regular self I say to them , where is Gate 5 and could you please help me with my bags as I slipped the both $20 And where can I find the duty-freeShop , because I like to pick up a few things before my flightThe look of relief on those two men's facesWas that of two runaway slaves That had just made it up , North This is why I love travelingAnd meeting new people First of all I love breaking stereotypes I love laughing I really love messing with people:-) And when I travel alone People are forced to deal with me In my wheelchair There's no go-between No spokesperson Just one on one encounters And Once I catch them offguard with Using one of their assumptions against them In a comedic way I tried to show them What is really like I'm just another human being Just like you I just happen to be in a wheelchair:-)

A Message from your Dog

Ten Peeves that Dogs Have About Humans 1. Blaming your farts on me... not funny... not funny at all !!!2. Yelling at me for barking.. I'M A FRIGGIN' DOG, YOU IDIOT!3. Taking me for a walk, then not letting me check stuff out. Exactly whose walk is this anyway?4. Any trick that involves balancing food on my nose... stop it!5. Any haircut that involves bows or ribbons. Now you know why we chew your stuff up when you're not home.6. The sleight of hand, fake fetch throw. You fooled a dog! Whoooo Hoooooooo what a proud moment for the top of the food chain. 7. Taking me to the vet for "the big snip", then acting surprised when I freak out every time we go back!8. Getting upset when I sniff the crotches of your guests. Sorry, but I haven't quite mastered that handshake thing yet.9. Dog sweaters. Hello ??? Haven't you noticed the fur? 10. How you act disgusted when I lick myself. Look, we both know the truth, you're just jealous.Now lay off me on some of these thing's, We both know who's boss here!!! You don't see me picking up your poop do you ???

March Madness

Most people associate" March madness" with an NCAA basketball month . but here in Colorado it's the weather yesterday morning the sunrise was nice . as you see here but it was the proverbial calm before the storm the first part of the sampling platter of whether it was a 10:45 a.m. high in the weather of 55° the temperature dropped afternoon rainstorm came in light at first and then a hailstorm with medium to large hailstones within 45 minutes it starts into a light snow that stops for about a half hour or so then we start to get severe lightning and thunderstorms by the time I went to sleep last night . it was starting to get cold this morning I wake up to 16° weather closings everywhere , icy roads and 7 inches of snow it's always the last two months of winter that I don't like living here and ironically at today is the first day of spring

You make plans and God laughs at them

You know the old saying you make plans and God laughs at them . at least that's what my mother used to say I was checking my organizer and scheduled events and pops up week of the 26 of March Craig hospital reevaluation had plans of traveling somewhere else that week but this is a majorly important week for me . Craig hospital has one of the number one in the nation when it comes to spinal cord rehabilitation I didn't do my initial rehabilitation at Craig hospital . I wish I had mine was done at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore , Maryland . when I first moved out here . I was unaware of Craig hospital actually another disabled person had mentioned it to me . we were talking about getting a physical . he mentioned to me . have you ever heard about Craig hospital in Denver vaguely was my response I made an appointment there and talk about opening your eyes to a new world outside of the excellent care they provide they are 100% on top of the latest technology concerning everything from the latest in spinal cord regeneration to the latest gadgets , which I particularly like helping to make your life a little bit easier , and also with the latest information with the living with a disability , which I especially like , because it's more realistic to fit my attitude it's like they're philosophy is you're going to be in this wheelchair for quite a while . you might as well be healthy and happy and productive extremely close to my philosophy of how I live :-) . just like Kennedy Institute in Baltimore , Maryland , and John Hopkins . Craig hospital is connected to another renowned hospital via a tunnel . the Swedish medical Center this may be familiar to some people when the unfortunate events unfolded . here in Colorado with the Columbine massacre with those two teenagers who decided to shoot up a school killing many people and wounding others . Swedish medical Center was the hospital they rush the wounded to so basically when a person like myself with a disability goes up or a week and has a reevaluation and encompasses everything able-bodied person would have done . and he or she's doctors office that mine last week you stay in the outpatient hotels" Sheridan for the disabled" right next to the hospital . the hotels are three-bedroom , all the way down to one bedroom for people who may be coming out of town , bringing their families your first day is the hardest in my opinion you first appointment starts at 8 a.m. and you last appointment is roughly around 4:30 p.m. in between , then you see everyone from a urologist technology you may have MRI done nuclear medicine physical therapy , occupational therapy therapeutic recreation sexuality counseling fertility specialist driving reevaluation . everything you can think of and then some . I enjoy going every year , because it gives me a chance to see old friends and this year I think of going to enjoy doing some sightseeing although when I first got here . I sought out the nightlife . I really haven't had a chance to see the mile high city . I'm always so busy trying to get away from Colorado . sometimes overlook the beauty that is here but sometimes that's the case with people who live in cities that have beautiful sites around them I partially grew up in Washington DC , and it wasn't until I was moving . I decided to take a tour around Washington DC here is the web site and a video link showing you the Craig experienceCraig web site and video have a happy St. Patrick's Day I think of going to going to have green beer tonight Tonight I will be 38 years old in the few weeks and I have never completed a beer don't like the taste . just want to be able to say . I drank green beer on St. Patrick's Day . :-)

Dog's that probably hate their owners

Can you pass the third grade?

I got 44 I couldn't figure out what the names of the small states in the Northeast and take note of the clock you are being timed:-)

The Da Vinci Code - Trailer 2

Robert Langdon is finally getting ready to hop on the big screen . I cannot wait . I've read every one of his books (Dan Brown) , and I'm very happy to see this going to the big screen . if you want to trailer to the movie . it won't give away anything , but I make sure mouth water for the springtime in anticipation of this movie I'm pretty sure you will need to read his previous works such as angels and demons that prequel . if you will do this book , the da Vinci code , but it will give you an understanding of the character . Robert Langdon Professor of iconography , and I'm sure at Tom Hanks will do him justice in portraying him in the movie . when you look at this to you will need apples , QuickTime media player . so be prepared to download it if you have to thank you , Dan for letting me steal this from your web site . :-)

Good Dog, Carl

I have the honor of owning that me rephrase that spending time with a gentle giant such as this Rottweiler. he was truly my best friend , and he was named in honor after my father " Bubba" my father was a country boy , a provider and a protector after my father's death . my mother and I felt as though we need in the Guard dog to guard a home . Little did we know he would become part of our family and inevitably the embodiment of her husband and my father , a protector I don't think there was a moment that Bubba was not by my side . when I was living in Maryland , and in Miami . people would see us coming down the street and yell" Bubba how are you doing" acknowledging the Dog before they would acknowledge me . but I never get mad or upset . he was like I said , a gentle giant weighing in at 134 pounds . there was a mutual respect , between us after arduous training . I never wanted to own animal that I had to be fearful of especially around children he could be rolling around with one of my nieces and nephews and playing with them like a small puppy even though he was twice , may be three times the size and he knew how big he was oddly enough . never harming or injuring any children is one and only time that he had to use his power was an unfortunate sight to see I was going down to the Metro one day and a drunk and belligerent man started to approach me . he looked by my side and saw Bubba standing right there . I yell to him" please do not come any closer to me" he started to cuss at me . I lowered my hand on Bubba's back . I could feel his muscles tensing up I warned him again . almost pleading" Sir , please do not come any closer" and before I knew it . he was close enough to my wheelchair it seem like it was all over in an instant . I remember closing my eyes when I opened them . the man was standing there , bleeding profusely , Bubba was at my side whimpering and growling almost in regret that he had bitten him out of confusion . not ever being in this predicament . I chastised him the man wandered off , holding his visible mangled right arm . I was so shaken . I have never seen anything like that in my life I could still hear him yelling . "I'm going to sue you and that fucking dog" to my surprise . I did not know that a Washington Metro transit operator was watching this . he came over to me and said , don't be worried . he's always around his starting trouble , he probably will wake up from his drunken stupor and try to figure out what the hell happened to his arm . I apologize to Bubba . it was only doing what came instinctive to him , protecting his family and instead of going on my trip downtown . I turned around and went back home I told my mother what had happened . as a way she could do , she said to me" good for he is black ass I hope you can find him again . so Bubba can bite his ass" she always had a way of putting things . :-) thank you for 13 years of being my friend Bubba , and now I know you're with your namesake , and also your mother , biological and human . I do miss you and I will visit you through this web site your cousins that is because these books are spectacular and they show that all Rottweiler's are bad and bloodthirsty animals it is just the sick owners that turned them into that rest in peace Bubba

Glenn Feron - The Art of Retouching

Some things are not what they seem. Even superstars need help to look absolutely" perfect".............. thanks for the link Dan

Nostalgic Candy, Wholesale Nostalgic Candy and Retro Candy from Groovy Candies

If you grew up with Lemonheads and other childhood candies that would drive you to the Dennis this site will bring back memories for you and make your lips happy,,,,P.S thank you for the use of your lips mystery Lady:-)

NASCAR vs's IndyCar

George Mack only the second African-American to drive at Indy celebrating with his Marc Laider sponsor and owner of 310 motoring check out this site and the client list talk about pimp my ride but you better not show up at his showroom on a budget
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One of NASCAR's fans showing homage to Dale Earnhardt in his furry and special way
Jeff Gordon one of NASCAR's top drivers seems like a nice . guy to me anyone then owns their own brand of wine and Vineyards can't be half bad it must be a growing trend , because former Indianapolis 500 winner Mario Andretti owns one also http://www.andrettiwinery.com/

I have been a IndyCar racing fan for many years now and in my 20 plus years I have seen the growth of the sport and also the acceptance of many cultures and races , as well as genders , but I still see a thin line that separates NASCAR and Indy 500 racing and that thin line seems to be color . although this was a prank phone call , and it is funny . I'm sure it doesn't reflect each and every one who is a NASCAR fan but it does make you think hmm. I'm not saying I will never attend a NASCAR event but the fan base has to get a little bit broader for me to go . I will admit they are drivers that I've seen interviewed , such as Jeff Gordon who seem to be very nice and bring a touch of class of the sport which in some people's eyes is seen as a good old boy or a redneck sport . but when you listen to the prank phone call , you can understand my hesitation I love hearing a racist almost having an aneurysm :-) http://www.thatvideosite.com/view/1301.html

Kanye West Official Site

Arrogant, conceded, are just some other words to describe this hip-hop artist , but he lets his work speak for itself . I admire anyone who writes , because I don't do that well myself . :-) , but he writes , without any fear of the repercussions of his words . sometimes that's a good thing , and hip-hop industry . he speaks out about things that are on his mind in the media in my opinion yes . those George Bush comments were a little bit over the top , but he grab your attention , and they look like he was speaking from a heart there are only a handful of hip-hop artist . that will do that because two other hip-hop artist . it's all about HO' S Bitches and money

You will be missed Richard Pryor 1940-2005

Official Web Site of Richard Pryor, Comedy Legend

A true comedy legend . I like to think that I live my life like an open book but this man truly did . Richard Pryor took you from the trials and tribulations of a divorce to sharing with you how he almost ended his life . all the while making you laugh , he has ripped open his life gave you 3-D glasses and let you look inside His life. if you listen to any comedian . you hear a little bit of Richard Pryor and nine times out of 10 . they will tell you he is the one that started it all for them from Eddie Murphy to Jerry Seinfeld although he lost his battle with MS I'm sure he fought it, his way with laughter I think that is the only way he would want it and I'm sure he did it with the best medicine of all honesty and LAUGHTER I know you and my father are telling. Jokes and laughing it up with Redd Fox you will be missed rests in peace . I will miss you

Sony Pictures - Memoirs Of A Geisha

My new favorite book now looking forward to seeing the movie just like some people , though . my perception of a geisha that they were" prostitutes" but again , pleasantly surprised they're not and ironically enough sex was the only thing they had a yes or no say in you did not want to be a geisha you are chosen and then train they were Renaissance women walking pieces of art . if you will , trained in every social matter from the art of conversation to having a silent role as a diplomat and what I also found about this particular book . that was surprising . it was written by a 40-year-old white male

News First Online

Sorry to keep on harping about the weather did I mention it was -3° here . I'm freezing my ass off , check out our local weather

Well it's back to 18°

Wynn Las Vegas

Oh My God it doesn't get any better then this talk being treated like a King the only downfall about staying here is you start to recent people with lots and lots of money they can afford this every single day "damn I wish I was a Rockefeller"

Happy birthday to my best friend (Pooh Bear)

It's your birthday go Tracy we have known one another a longtime if you wrote a book on some of the things I've told you in some of the things I know about you it would be a number one seller I hope you get everything you want on your birthday today I'm sorry I couldn't be there to help you celebrate it you are getting old but I guess you're probably saying I will always be older than you:-)and you look so damn good again happy birthday sweetheart

National Brotherhood of Skiers

And you thought (''we'' people of color) didn't ski (okay I didn't either :-)) I was first turned on to the brotherhood of skiers back in the mid-nineties when I was living down in Miami by a friend of mine she told me of it and to be quite frankly I didn't believe it but now living here in Colorado Springs it's a great opportunity to get out and network thank you Ella

The vOICe at Tucson 2002

Fascinating technology for the blind ,I actually found out about this from doing my last Blog listen to the seminar it's a very fascinating tool for the visually impaired . something right out of the comic books and here is the designers web site with the original working product while you are there check out the different demos it really gives you an appreciation for how the blind to see the world through sound Ahh the wonders of modern technology http://www.seeingwithsound.com/