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Old 01-17-2011, 02:57 PM
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It is amazing what our illnesses force us to discovery or relearn. Thanks for sharing. I need that inspiration to stay positive and encouraged. Great way to make lemonade from lemons. :thumbup: :thumbup: :D
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Old 01-17-2011, 03:10 PM
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I'm glad you found a way to work that out. Im also glad you still like the patriots after what happened yesterday. I'm a pats fan too.
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Old 01-17-2011, 03:14 PM
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Congratulations!! Us old dogs are sure smart. Keep on keeping on. :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
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Old 01-17-2011, 03:16 PM
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Great Idea! I'm glad you found something that works.
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Old 01-17-2011, 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by davidwent
a little over 2 years ago I was healthy and active. Now I use a wheelchair around the house and a walker when I go out, needless to say I hate them both.
I was not having much luck tying my Patriots quilt in my lap, moving around and having a hard time trying to get the heavy needle through. I can't afford a frame right now
I don't know what made me do it but I rolled it up to the row I was tying, put it over the walker handles. I can roll my wheelchair so my legs are between the walker legs I put my arms on the quilt over the handles and with my duct taped fingers pop the needle and yarn right through!
Old dogs CAN learn!
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Wow what a good idea. Had both knees replaced and have been in the same situation. Keep moving and working on something that interests you. I bet you are a happy person. Just turned 60, and find I have to push to get moving. but I am glad I am on this side of the soil. :thumbup:
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Old 01-17-2011, 03:21 PM
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Good for you.
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Old 01-17-2011, 03:37 PM
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Way to go, David.
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Old 01-17-2011, 03:54 PM
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Brilliant!
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Old 01-17-2011, 04:01 PM
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Originally Posted by davidwent
a little over 2 years ago I was healthy and active. Now I use a wheelchair around the house and a walker when I go out, needless to say I hate them both.
I was not having much luck tying my Patriots quilt in my lap, moving around and having a hard time trying to get the heavy needle through. I can't afford a frame right now
I don't know what made me do it but I rolled it up to the row I was tying, put it over the walker handles. I can roll my wheelchair so my legs are between the walker legs I put my arms on the quilt over the handles and with my duct taped fingers pop the needle and yarn right through!
Old dogs CAN learn!

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Well Done David, just goes to show that it pays to think laterally!
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Old 01-17-2011, 04:19 PM
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Another great example of "Necessity is the mother of invention." Great idea of using what is at hand. :thumbup: :thumbup:
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