A Cane is Not just for Walking
Written by Mandy on November 7th, 2008 in Links, Mandy's Tips.
I prefer not to use a cane, but when I do I have a delightful assortment to choose from.
Back in 2003, when I set out to purchase my first cane, I gravitated toward “quiet” canes… canes that would not command much attention, but Jake stopped me in my tracks. “If you’re going to use a cane,” he said, “USE A CANE! Make a statement! Be bold!” With that advice in mind, I chose a red paisley cane that was sure to get noticed. I never regretted that decision.
Beyond the fashion statement, though, my cane announces to everyone in the vicinity that I am not quite able-bodied, and that maybe I should be given a little extra slack. It is a symbol as clear as the handicapped placard in a park…
