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#254 is it ok to draw attention to someone’s disability?

  • by Melanie Magowan
  • Posted on 23/03/2023
  • amputation
  • Video

This was something that came up today- one person blatantly drew attention to it, whereas the next whispered behind their hand. Is it ever ok? Here’s my thoughts, I would love to hear yours.

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#250 PTSD / Dysthymia – the struggle is real

  • by Melanie Magowan
  • Posted on 16/02/202316/02/2023
  • amputation
  • Video

I have been a wee bit absent online this past month or so. Apologies for that but I’ve been going through a rough patch. Here’s an update.

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A summary of my second year as an amputee

  • by Melanie Magowan
  • Posted on 08/10/2022
  • amputation

My second year as an amputee has been tougher than my first. The honeymoon period has worn off, I’m hitting walls and barriers and a ton of ‘I will never be able to do that […]

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#240 Two year ampuversary: it’s a tough one this year.

  • by Melanie Magowan
  • Posted on 07/10/2022
  • amputation

I wasn’t prepared for how tough I would find this second anniversary, and today is only the day before, I haven’t even got to the actual day yet (tomorrow).

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#239 Limb Centre visit: making a new socket

  • by Melanie Magowan
  • Posted on 29/09/2022
  • amputation
  • Video

It’s been a while since I needed a new socket.. many months in fact. It’s a bit like someone telling you you have to throw out your favourite shoes and buy a new one. No […]

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