There are just a few days left of 2019 so I thought it was a good time to share the things I’ve loved in December. December is a funny month, isn’t it? Some people love it. Some people hate it. I used to be one who loved it, but after losing our beautiful cat, Milo last December, there is now somewhat of a grey cloud hanging over this month. [Read more…] about Things I’ve Loved In December
Lifestyle
How The easyTravelseat Makes Air Travel Simple For Disabled Travellers
Disclaimer: I received the easyTravelseat for free in exchange for my honest opinion on the product. As always my reviews are completely truthful and all opinions are my own.
Travelling is one of my favourite things to do. I love visiting new places and the experiences it brings. However, air travel as a wheelchair user has always been my least favourite way to travel. Like most wheelchair users, having to get out of my comfortable wheelchair and man-handled into the aisle chair then into the aircraft seat is painful, unsafe and undignified. [Read more…] about How The easyTravelseat Makes Air Travel Simple For Disabled Travellers
What I’ve Been Loving Lately
It has been a few months since my last ‘Things I’ve Loved’ post so I thought it was about time I jumped in with a fresh instalment. There have been lots of things that have happened since August, but I don’t want to ramble on too much so I’m going to try and keep these favourites relatively brief. [Read more…] about What I’ve Been Loving Lately
What To Do When Your Motability Scheme WAV Breaks Down
Just a few weeks ago I was living it up in Portugal with some of my favourite accessible travel bloggers. The trip and everyone who was part of it were all amazing and I can’t wait to share more about it very soon. Looking back on the trip, I have such fond memories of it all. Apart from the beginning. The beginning and what we like to call ‘Pre-Portugal’ was stressful and frustrating. [Read more…] about What To Do When Your Motability Scheme WAV Breaks Down
9 Ways To Make Your Home More Accessible
There are many ways to make your home more accessible. What is accessible for one disabled person, may not necessarily be accessible for others. However, there are universal adaptations that can be made to a home to make it more accessible for a range of disabilities and circumstances. The following suggestions are just some of the ways to make your home more accessible. [Read more…] about 9 Ways To Make Your Home More Accessible
WheelEEZ® Beach Wheelchair Conversion Kit Makes Beach Days Accessible
Going to the beach is something a lot of people take for granted. For wheelchair users, going to the beach is difficult. The simple fact that sand and wheelchairs just don’t go. Well, that used to be the case. Now, beach days are possible thanks to amazing beach wheelchairs. They are popping up more and more at beaches all over. Recently I received a WheelEEZ® beach wheelchair conversion kit [Read more…] about WheelEEZ® Beach Wheelchair Conversion Kit Makes Beach Days Accessible
Fusion Festival Disabled Access & Wheelchair Accessibility Nightmare | Worst Festival Experience Ever
You know when you have a bad feeling about something? Like a deep down bad feeling in your gut? Well, that’s what Allan and I had when we booked Fusion Festival tickets way back in March of this year. The months leading up the festival had us feeling anxious and questioning whether we actually want to go. We constantly went back and forth wondering what Fusion Festival disabled access and wheelchair accessibility was going to be like. [Read more…] about Fusion Festival Disabled Access & Wheelchair Accessibility Nightmare | Worst Festival Experience Ever
What I’ve Loved In August
It’s September! How did that happen so quickly? Is it just me or has this year felt like the fastest one yet? Before we know it there will be Christmas trees popping up and festive parties happening all over again. The past few months have been super busy, particularly August and as a result, I have so much content that I can’t wait to share with you. [Read more…] about What I’ve Loved In August
Visiting The Japanese Garden at Cowden In A Wheelchair
Well, the school summer holidays are over in Scotland. It’s been a quick seven weeks. I know most parents are ecstatic that the kids are back to school, but I’ve enjoyed seeing my nephew most days during the week again. To make the most of the days we saw him during this holiday we tried to do lots of fun things. [Read more…] about Visiting The Japanese Garden at Cowden In A Wheelchair
A Quick Raiser Made Daily Hoist Transfers Easy & Safe | Molift Hoist Review
Getting out of bed. Standing up. Going to the toilet. Moving to another seat. Putting a pair of trousers on. These are all things most able-bodied people take for granted. Simple everyday tasks that are barely given a second thought. For wheelchair users who are unable or struggle to stand or walk, these everyday movements or tasks are impossible. [Read more…] about A Quick Raiser Made Daily Hoist Transfers Easy & Safe | Molift Hoist Review