Sometimes you just have to say no... I explain what it feels like when people are staring, feeding tube is beeping, people want to take pictures and it all feels like too much! Do you know that feeling? When life feels a bit overwhelming? We also give a shout-out to all of you wheelchair users who display grit and grace on a daily basis! High five guys!

@sophiepalmer-doran344

6 жыл бұрын

hi there i am well i only had 200 absence seizures . i love you all yes i agree when i am stressed and i have a seizure it is a brief period of peace from the world which i know it sounds strange but it was nice. love that pup of yours.

@RedRoadRunner23

6 жыл бұрын

The Frey Life yes!!!!! That over whelmed feeling is not pleasant. I scramble to find a quiet place. Saying no is hard, but necessary at times. Bless you.

@barbarabarrera6148

6 жыл бұрын

The Frey Life maybe your nose bled from coughing. Like a blood vessel

@lauragadille3384

6 жыл бұрын

Because of you Mary with Ollie Boy, I know not to touch a service dog. I don't even ask to pet a service dog.

@johnsonfamilyvidsvlogs3745

6 жыл бұрын

The Frey Life I understand feeling awkward in public, wether on a scooter or using my walker. It wasn't long ago I didn't need them. And I was the one that helped people.

“Theirs people... run away!” Me when I see anybody 😂

@HannahJoy333

6 жыл бұрын

katie marin same! 😂

My 4 year old daughter saw the deer and said you must live close to Santa 😂😂. 💗💕

@djlawlz4041

5 жыл бұрын

That is ADORABLE! 💕

Being a caregiver, if I am with a client and someone is staring, I usually smile and ask how they are or isn't it a beautiful day.

@Lizbot123

6 жыл бұрын

Ruth Collins that seems like a good strategy!

My goodness baby girl, you certainly deal with alot when you wake up. Your courage and strength is truly inspiring. I wish I could take this away from both of you. Keep shining!

Thank you for the information i teach my kids no petting or staring only smiles and waves with other peoples pets it's our rule and its simple and keeps thier hands to themselves 🦋💙🐘

Your nose might be dried out from the weather. I put Vaseline on a Q-tip and put a little bit in there. And it helps to stop that issue for me

@sandisslantoneverything

6 жыл бұрын

Ayr makes an aloe version, you can find at Walmart with the nasal spray

We are great liars when we're asked "How are you?" The answer is always fine because what our day is really like is just too complicated to explain. And let's face it, they really don't want to hear it either. We can't be all smiles all the time. Thankfully I'm no longer in a wheelchair but I'm still attached to this walker. It's exhausting. It must be especially so for you since you are becoming so recognizable. God bless and may you have many more good days than bad.

@liahonagirl

6 жыл бұрын

I agree completely! Though, I have learned that there are *some* people who genuinely want to know the real answer when they ask 'how are you?'. It's tricky figuring out who is who though . . . so usually I say something like 'fine', or if they see me out and about . . . 'I'm so glad to be here!' I use a cane when I'm out, but I'm pretty sure a walker is going to be in my very near future. This whole chronic illness thing is for the birds! I hope your day was a good one! 🙂

@joythroughjourney2074

6 жыл бұрын

Patricia Molinar Sending fellow warrior well wishes your way!

@joythroughjourney2074

6 жыл бұрын

Kate Evans I completely agree, great point. It about finding the right balance, I think. Generally, based off the relationship I have with that person I can figure out what type of answer they are after. Best wishes!

I just want to say how sweet it is to see such a loving couple enjoying their lives.

Where do you find someone so amazng and caring as him...he's 1 in a million for sure

I cannot begin to imagine what you go through Mary (or anyone else with a chronic illness). The closest I’ve come to experiencing what you did in Ikea was when I was pregnant with my son, I had to use a motorized cart when I would go to the store and I always felt in the way and had to deal with people staring. My oldest son was with me and he would stare right back. You are right, anyone who has to use a wheelchair daily definitely has a lot of grit!

It's okay to say, "No, but thank you for asking." Even as servants of the Lord we can set healthy boundaries. I think you did great considering all that was going on & all that had gone on. Y'all set a great example!💕

Ikea is exhausting for anybody. The first time I took my daughter, we wandered around asking strangers if they knew how we could get out.

@decadentnight

6 жыл бұрын

Jane EB Smith wow really!

@jennieball7751

6 жыл бұрын

First time i went to ikea i was so confused, all i bought was a toilet brush.

@decadentnight

6 жыл бұрын

I've never been in one

@jebsmith323

6 жыл бұрын

Jennie--hahahahahaha

@jebsmith323

6 жыл бұрын

They deliberately build it so that there's only one obvious way through the two floors. There are "hidden" pass throughs, but it's hard to find them and it's really hard to find the one that leads to the exit which on a whole different floor than the entrance--I think. It's a trip.

You guys always encourage me ! Your wheelchair is not in the way! Your relationship is a beautiful reminder of Gods love!

A Frey a day, keeps the blues away. Long time fan. Thank you for sharing.

Peter is so supportive to you the more you think about it he’s so sweet to Mary !!!!!!! 😄🤗

Be very careful with polyurethane and stains, varnish, paints, and removers...especially that close to a hot water tank if it's gas, or if there is a gas furnace down there in your basement. Could accidently have a vapor explosion...they happen everyday. So, be very careful.

I remember the first time I had to use a wheelchair in public. I felt so awkward and like a phoney. It was at the natural history museum. My braces and cane were simply not enough after so may hours on my feet. Then my step-mom (love her!) walks up to me with this chair and tells me to get in. And I don’t dare refuse her. Lol. It may have made me feel like a sceptical. But I was able to finish the day, I don’t have to sit out of the fun. I’m so great full that I don’t need to use a chair on the regular. Yet so great full that I can use one when I really need to. Your so inspirational Mary! You keep going regardless of the obstacles in your way!! Never let things get you down.

I'm so inspired on how you use your daily lives to bring Glory (and people) to our wonderful and caring God!! Keep doing what you're doing! You inspire many :)

“sometimes you just need to wear a sweatshirt” Peter you absolutely kill me with your sweetness sometimes! Love you both so much!

My service dog comes home from training on Wednesday, and situations like these kind of scare me. You handled it so well! Stay strong!

Can I just say that peter is the ideal man of who I want to be when I get married. Props to him for being understanding. Love you guys❤️❤️

Your wheelchair is your throne - you are the queen! If someone asks to take a photo you can say “Sorry, now is not a good time for me”

I started crying when he came upstairs and Mary is like coughing like crazy bundled in her robe, messy bun and bloody nose 😭 poor girl 💔🙏🏻

@gunslinger2013

6 жыл бұрын

you gives a crap about you, grow up

You are a great reminder of learning the do's and don'ts when service dogs are concerned and also someone who has extra challenges in their lives. Thank you sweet people's. You're the best!

Mary's face when she asked if she got all the blood off her nose was the cutest face!

I love that you’re so open and honest about your illness and it’s trials and tribunes. I have been watching you since the new year and have learned soooo much about CF and have come to appreciate and understand it so much better. Is there anything that others can do to help someone with CF, other than not staring, leaving the dog alone etc...? Would it be o.k. To stand by someone while they are having a coughing episode to be able to assist them if they need something until they have regained their composure? You have a wonderful one of a kind of husband, who is so understanding and patient of your needs! Wish more of those kind of men existed! Please take good care of yourself and I look forward to many more vlogs!

Ollie your so good to Mary. I'm so happy you and Peter are in her life.

I understand the overwhelm, and I applaud your ability to take a moment to regroup and continue to enjoy your outing. I need to use a wheelchair for all of my outings, so I appreciate your awareness of the unique challenges and stress that come along with that. Thank you for the support and cheering on! Congrats on your successful Ikea trip, you did well! 💜 Love from NH, Jodi

As a wheelchair user myself for the last 39 years I totally understand when you talk about being uncomfortable being stared at. I was just 5 when I started using wheelchair and it was highly unusual to see anyone in a wheelchair let alone a child out and about back in 1978/9. The stares I used to get really got me and my sister down when we went out with mum and dad so they told us just to stare back, which we did and few times people said to us that it was rude to stare. Today things have changed for the better or maybe I'm just use to people stare!!

@joythroughjourney2074

6 жыл бұрын

KatMoon2003 Sending fellow warrior well wishes your way!

You are so naturally beautiful. Thank you for sharing your stories and daily life.

I got an ad with you guys in it before this video. What a small world full of people.

I have never been so depressed for someone yet inspired at the same time......you are so awesome.

I have seen many service dogs in the past year & it is because of you guys and the knowledge you have shared that I peep for a quick second and walk away. I think all of them are beautiful & it amazes me at how smart SA’s are but I know they’re busy doing a very important job & I would never want to interrupt that! So thank you for that knowledge! 🐶❤️

I always feel terrible when I say no to people taking pictures and petting my service dog. But at the same time I know I have very good reasons for not allowing it.

@roxannewashington6157

4 жыл бұрын

Don't ever feel terrible and guilty about telling people no. Your health and life are at stake. The same holds true for your canine partner. Josie

I love how you're chirpy. Regardless of what life throws at you, you're always looking at the bright side of life. You're an inspiration.

Thanks for sharing that bit of info! Ollie is so good and absolutely adorable! I have had countless people just rush up to Ezra (my medical alert dog) and start trying to pet him. He knows he isn’t supposed to be petted while he’s wearing his work vest and will actually keep ducking his head away like as to tell the person they’re not supposed to be doing that. But it’s still unfair to both the dog and the handler! And his blaze orange vest has a patch that boldly states “IGNORE ME! NO touch or eye contact!”. I have had people literally get down on their hands and knees and stare directly into his eyes until he feels so intimidated that he ends up barking at them and then they act like he’s horrible for barking at them. And no, he should not bark, but he IS still a dog and they shouldn’t do that to him! It makes my day when someone comments on how cute Ezra is or how good he’s being, but as easily as you can make my day, you can also make it a very difficult day by distracting him or scaring him! Just an idea...maybe sometime you could make a little informative video on service dog rules and manners? :) It is crazy how many ADULTS I have come in contact with that don’t have the first clue about not petting or interacting with a service dog. Oh, don’t we all just love the approaching “doggie” mob? It gets SO overwhelming at times! Sadly, I’ve found children actually listen better than adults the majority of the time. It should be the adults that are being a good example to the children, but that’s not usually the case. If you would like to see more about my special little man you can go here: m.kzread.info/dash/bejne/mKKKrNyTYJTWZdo.html I’m new to your vlogs so I’ve kinda been exploring around and getting to know y’all, but I wanted to tell you how much I appreciate y’all doing this. I have an incurable, chronic illness (not CF) and it’s very encouraging watching these videos. The way you share not only the reality of life, but also the strength that can be found in the Lord! Thank you for taking the time to do this! Oh, by the way....the very WORST time my feeding pump has decided to rebel is in church...right as the preacher is taking a breath and it’s dead silent throughout the congregation! Ack!

As a MA native who recently moved to Edinburgh, I totally agree that the hills are TOUGH! I broke my ankle two weeks. after arriving (hiking Arthur’s Seat)... I quickly realized how much of an issue wet, slippery cobblestones can be! Good for you Mary! :)

My anxiety makes it extremely hard to leave bed and I finally can go downstairs and get food thanks to you it’s the joy of my day to leave my bed without balling my eyes out

“There’s people.. run away” MOOODDDDD

Run a humidifier at night in your room because running the heat makes the air dry and causes nose bleeds. Love you three! ♡♡♡

@CHPetMom

6 жыл бұрын

I have constant nosebleeds due to severe allergies, and other illnesses, I wish it was that easy, and I wish people would stop telling me - it's just dry air. With chronic illnesses it is rarely that simple - blessings

@charitysmith5245

6 жыл бұрын

Claudia H. Blanton I think people are just trying to be helpful. Mary is the same age as my daughter and it's the mother in me that makes me share advice. I am very familiar with living with chronic illness.

@CHPetMom

6 жыл бұрын

I wish it was that easy - from my experience both as a disabled person, and the mother of a disabled daughter, most people are dismissive, and think that people with invable illnesses should just get over it. If you have not experienced that , you have been lucky. It is far more likely to be told - like I have been - well, just eat more stuff with iron, when they find out that I have chronic anemia, or that I should be eating more shellfish, because I have hypthyroidism. That is my experience, and the experience of many other disabled people that I know. The mother in me wants to give Mary a hug, not dismiss her with my lack of knowledge of CF - by the way we have lost 6 children in our family to CF (not my own, I am not a carrier, my husband is). Never assume what people are going through, just because you think you are helpful

@charitysmith5245

6 жыл бұрын

Claudia H. Blanton Mary, if I dismissed you with my lack of knowledge, I sincerely apologize. I meant well. I am very familiar with chronic and invisible illness having suffered through it for over 20 years. I'm not sure why my comment upset you so bad but I certainly didn't intend to. Blessings.

@BhappyD

6 жыл бұрын

Charity Smith Don't worry, you're comment wasn't dismissive of Mary's illness at all! Your suggestion was helpful (and harmless) even if Mary may have already known, which you have no way of knowing. Not quite sure if Claudia misread your comment, or if she was having a rough day, but I didn't see anything wrong with what you said. I have a degenerative, progressive, and ultimately terminal disease (Mitochondrial Disease), that I have lived with since birth, so I know all to well about what Claudia was referring to regarding people dismissing and undermining my disease with simple "cures". However, I didn't feel like you crossed into that territory whatsoever. Making helpful and humble suggestions, like you made, are perfectly fine. In my opinion, the moment a "suggestion" becomes harmful is when the person is demanding, dismissive, and ignorantly acting like my illness or challenges have an easy fix, with the expectation that if you do what they say you'll be "cured". And again, in my personal opinion (with respect for Claudia's personal opinion), your comment was 100% harmless! 😊 God bless you! 💗

Thank you Mary and Peter for your videos that are not only super entertaining (they brighten my days) but also very informative and educational. My knowledge and awareness of CF has certainly grown. More importantly, my knowledge of service animals and handler advocacy. I was recently at a doctors appointment for my pregnancy and was waiting for an elevator with an older man who had a service dog and an older couple. Without thinking the woman reached out to pet the dog which distracted the dog and caused the dog to pull on the man (who I then realized was blind). He did not say anything, however, I felt the need to help him. I informed the woman to respect the dog is working and when distracted can not accurately do his or her work. I asked if the handler was okay and helped him on to the elevator. All this to say, without your videos, I maybe would not have known how to handle a situation like that (or even have been aware). I certainly hope that my stepping in was not seen as over stepping but I thought sharing information and awareness is always a positive.

Thanks for making me laugh when Mary put the tissue in her nose 😂😂😂

I use a wheelchair most of the time now, I haven't always. It was a really overwhelming adjustment to make. Public places are hard too because people don't see you or they stare. I have learnt the art of assertive steering sometimes you have to just pick a direction and go . Ppl tend to give me room if I look like I am going somewhere. You guys are so encouraging thank you!

I was in Edinburgh last September and those hills are crazy. But it was an amazing experience when I went. Love you guys!!

I love her! She makes the cutest faces at her husband. ❤️

IKEA is exhausting for everyone so I can't even... Way to use that gift card right down to the dollar.

I thought it was a standard rule that you don't distract a service dog. Doesn't everyone know this?! No?!? That's crazy!

I have many chronic illnesses too and I've been watching the vlogs for a year now. I pray that I find the Peter to my Mary someday...

You guys are so lovely! Thank you for sharing your lives. I say that a lot...also thanks for the perspective of what it feels like to be in a wheelchair.

My friends and I were at Walmart yesterday, so four girls with service dogs. We had nonstop interactions, even in the midst of some of us having medical episodes. People don't think about we are going through or that thirty other people just asked the same thing. It gets very overwhelming sometimes.

You’re so awesome for knowing your limits and being able to say “no” when you need to. When you mentioned that you felt not the way, it really hit me too. I use a wheelchair and I have to constantly remind myself that I am worthy of taking up space just like everyone else is. Anyways, thanks for another great video!!

@NinjaJoanie

6 жыл бұрын

Autocorrect...I meant when you said you felt IN the way.

I sympathize with you, Mary. Last night we needed to grab some goods at our local, very large, hardware store. Usually I use my mobility scooter when there is a lot of walking involved. For some stupid reason (pride), I decided to walk, instead. Needless to say, I was completely exhausted when I got home, so I fell asleep straight after our dinner of take away food. So today it is a day of doing nothing, in order to recuperate from my insane decision to walk in a place that I no longer normally walk. Never again. I need to go do some shopping for my infirmed mother tomorrow and order some reading glasses to be made. Needless to say, I will not be walking. I am truly thankful for my motorized scooter which previously I restricted to using on holidays, overseas. Not any more. Last night made me realise that I need to use the scooter whenever we are out of the house, which for me, is extremely rare. Mary, we need to ignore people who stare at us and do what is right for us, in the moment.

Her laugh is so precious :)

As someone with a Genetic Neuro-Muscular disease. I have gone from Walking sticks to a roolator walker back to walking sticks with AFO's (YAY!!!) But I also use a power wheelchair for long distances and around town if I can even get inside businesses (needs a small 1 step ramp or transition ramp) but I use it all over Orlando and Central East Coast of Florida, and Salt Lake City UT and on Planes and Trains. Its true I maybe a bit at first I had to get used to be in Public with it but no more I think of it exactly as you did a means of Transportation for Long Days and distances where I cannot make it through a grocery store at times. It has given me so much more independence to travel Solo! You should never ever think you are a nuisance or a bother to people or worry about taking up space. You always deserve to have enough room to move and function in public spaces and if you cannot then its that store or city fault in not providing accessibility! The more I travel the more I will record and get the word out that certain stores or city's need to fix their accessibility issues. Keep vlogging and let it be heard about any accessibility issues you come up against so someone might watch your struggles and do the right thing to fix accessibility issues!

Just the medicine my heart needed❤ I woke up with a bloody nose this morning Tuesday not Monday lol, I am guessing it's the heater running constantly. I think having a chronic illness is overwhelming most days, add people who just have no clue and yes it can become totally overwhelming. Love you all❣

Peter did a great job on the desk...it looks very nice!!!

Yeah... feeding pump is soooooo much louder in public!😂

@mandyschaan8776

6 жыл бұрын

Megan Proffitt oh my gosh Yes! When my feeding pump goes off in class it seems like the loudest thing ever!!

@030397mcp

6 жыл бұрын

Mandy Schaan in class is the worst!!!

Love you guys as always ❣

Such a coincidence that you comment about Scottland vlogs today and I started watching them yesterday. Love them!

I love you guys things must be hard but your always positive with life , very refreshing . Take care

I don't like when mary is having a bad day but when she is asked how things are going and she does the faces, oh my they are funny...

My mum used a wheelchair in the later stages of cancer and had similar feelings to you. It was awkward to get around stores and people stared. Just live your life any way that suits you.

My tremors get me those unrestrained stares a lot. It’s like you’re no longer a human, you are an object.👁👁

I completely understand the overwhelming feeling in a chair. When I first lost the ability to walk I felt the same way but over two and a half years I have become much much more comfortable in my chair. Yes I do feel like I’m in the way a lot of times but I don’t feel as overwhelmed. Hopefully you never have to get comfortable with being in a chair but I hope that It becomes a little easier when you need to use it. Thank you for acknowledging how hard it can be to use a chair. Some days are definitely hard but I’m extremely thankful to have my chair so I can live life. My chair gives me so much independence despite the struggles.

Good Evening Mary,Peter and Ollie boy from Surrey England. My Daughter is in a wheelchair has chronic heart and lung disease. She also has a beautiful service dog a labradoodle. Chino. When we go out we are literally surrounded by the very enthusiastic public. Some ask to stroke him others just lunge forward and decide it's just fine. She gets totally exhausted. The more we teach the children they in turn will teach the adults. You are both amazing educators. We have learned so much. Thank you.

Great video as always guys. I know how to many people around you in a public place can be Mary and I felt for you. I suffer with social anxiety and do deal with this issue a lot. I was glad to see i'm not the only one who has to hide for a bit sometimes when i'm overwhelmed. Love you guys =)

You guys are amazing ❤ such lovely people x

I’m a young wheelchair user (in now 24) I can get around on forearm crutches for short distances, but I have a custom wheelchair. It’s given me so much more independence. I had to get it during college because I was getting sicker from burning all the calories of crutching everywhere. I actually get stared at less in my wheelchair than I did with my crutches because it is more normalized. I would sort of drag my left side with the crutches and pull myself along and it was very difficult to get around. Now I can keep up, and be comfortable. I also don’t have to worry about passing out when i use my chair. My heart rate stays more controlled, too. My knees also hyperextend so walking is painful/more difficult because of that.

@CHPetMom

6 жыл бұрын

I am glad the wheelchair is helping you - good for you! Blessings!

@Lilkellbell22

6 жыл бұрын

We sound very similar! I am just learning how to walk again after being in a chair for two and a half years. I absolutely love love my custom power assist chair and the independence it gives me. My left leg/foot also drops and my knees hyper extend also. Also gave issues with POTs and passing out. I know it all can be hard but keep pushing on!

@joythroughjourney2074

6 жыл бұрын

Jamie Singleton Sending fellow warrior well wishes your way!

MARY! Those are the CUTEST shoes!

You 2 are so cute! What an amazing couple you are. I admire you so much because you are so relatable. Ducking into an alcove to just mentally regroup was genius!

I get so overwhelmed sometimes when I'm in crowded places...its so hard to be in public sometimes. We are making coconut curry chicken tonight thanks to seeing it on the vlog so frequently...it smells AMAZING!

WOW just realized that I have watched you guys every day for over 3 years. I joined when you were reunited with Ollie.

A few months ago I was with my SDiT at my state Capitol. Because I’m Puppy Raising with an organization, I can’t ask people to stop taking pictures. My parents and I were followed for about half an hour by these guys taking pictures of my puppy whenever I would stop and take pictures of my puppy. Even though he wasn’t doing anything wrong and I wasn’t breaking any rules, I was uncomfortable with the idea of strangers taking pictures of my dog. I totally understand you being uncomfortable with that as well

Mary don't think your in the way in your wheel chair. My mom had to use one cause she couldn't walk long distances. She would stay home so many times cause she felt like she would hold us up or be in the way. Please don't feel that way. I'm sure your husband loves you being there with him.

@adair4812

6 жыл бұрын

thanks for saying your not in the way. I use a walker with my Cerebral palsy and I catch myself saying sorry alot. I shouldn't I am just trying to get through the store.

Omg I’ve been watching y’all for this long? I started watching y’all when y’all were in Scotland! That’s so awesome like what?? It’s crazy it’s been that long! I actually started watching y’all when I started getting sick. Now I pass out all the time and I have asthma, PCOS, insulin resistance, vitamin deficiencies, and suspected POTS! A lot has changed in 3 1/2 years!

Prayers for Mary. Nose bleeds, no good. Nice to see the completion of the desk. Can't wait for it to be upstairs. Come on front door. I love when tender owed is only one dollar more than the value of the gift card. Hurray for gift cards.

@applejaxs88

6 жыл бұрын

We where at that Ikea and Saturday and it was CRAZY!

I’ve gone out with my service dog in training and I was looking at something in the store and a lady stopped and started taking pictures of him. And then got upset when I asked to stop. And to put it in perspective for her I just took out my phone and acted like I was taking pictures of her. She quickly walked away

Thanks for mentioning all the small things that us wheelchair users have to deal with on a daily basis, it is definitely something you don't realize until you have to! In crowded areas it can definitely feel like you're in the way of everyone and you definitely get a lot of stares. Thanks for bringing awareness!

Thanks for understanding us!!!

I really connected with you guys today , I'm a wheelchair user and i've had my fair share of struggle with feeling in the way and being overwhelmed in public and I just wanna say thanks for showing this

It IS hard to live life from a wheelchair. It's especially difficult raising a child when you are in a wheelchair. Particularly when that child has ADHD and other issues and basically goes 90 miles an hour from the moment her eyes open up until the time they close at night. I did not really think about it when I was doing it though. It was just my life. It was never any different so it rarely even crossed my mind. Now that my daughter is much older and a little more independent I look back on those days and I honestly don't know how I did it. I guess it's because I never really thought about it at the time. If I had then it probably would have been much harder. I was too busy being focused on keeping her safe and taking care of her to worry about any struggle I may have had. I just felt so blessed that Creator had given me such an amazing miracle to care for that any struggle I may have had was so worth it! My daughter is my everything. My relationship with her is what gets me through this new phase in my life of being in the nursing home and my health and independence slipping even further away from me. I am so blessed! I have an amazing daughter and amazing friends! I have heard you say it a million times and it is so true. There is always something to be thankful for. I also try very hard to remind myself that no matter how hard things may be on any one given day, there is always someone who is struggling much worse then myself and facing much greater challenges then I am.

I use a rollator on rough days and I get looks. Even more when it's me and my rollator and my 12 y/o son in his motorized wheelchair.

We stayed in a hotel at the bottom of the Royal Mile. It did seem really steep, but a lovely street.

Btw, I am loving your Scotland vlogs. I just started Dec. 2014 and you are so excited for Christmas.

Grit and grace. I love it.

The desk looks amazing.

In a wheelchair, with my service dog. Tons of patches saying she is working, and people just walk up without even asking and pet my dog. And it makes me so frustrated, how... how do you get the guts to say “no!” Especially after they are already petting Ollie. What do you do?

@kathrynmcclatchy

6 жыл бұрын

My Journey With Meadow I've been partnered with my SD for almost 7 years. He does medical alert as well as Mobility stability. I simply tell people he's not a pet and he's working, please don't distract him from his job. If they are persistent and don't get the hint, I will smile and humorously say "You wouldn't want strangers petting you and talking to you when you're trying to concentrate on your job, would you?". Most people just don't realize that these highly trained dogs are responsible for our health and safety.

@JourneyInTheCity

6 жыл бұрын

Kathryn McClatchy I’ll have to just start putting my foot down!

@casikeefer6679

6 жыл бұрын

I always say “Please don’t pet her, she’s working” and if they still continue I’ll point out that it’s a crime to distract her. I’ve luckily never had anyone go past that.

@JourneyInTheCity

6 жыл бұрын

TheOfficialCasi I will start sticking up for myself. Because I can’t have her distracted, and then fall on my face from a seizure, because she wasn’t able to warn me.

@SheIsMyMare

6 жыл бұрын

Tell them they are working if you distract them they might miss alerting their handler and the handler could DIE as a result or get injured.

I injured by already injured back really bad and had to do the shopping as my hubby was working 12 hour days. I used a wheel chair for that and I felt so self-concious. Not because I was in the wheelchair but because I felt I was in everyones way. It took me like 2 hours to get 10 items since I was so cautious about being in peoples way.

So sorry you get overwhelmed. Sounds stressful. ☹️

I've had an electric wheelchair for 15 yrs, I only ever used it when I went to the stores. In January I had a procedure on my back and I can't walk any more. It is hard to go from walking to sitting . Your doing well Mary and seriously ,I wouldn't let anyone take a photo of my Wilson. That's just weird .. Much love xo

@joythroughjourney2074

6 жыл бұрын

Molly Mayor Sending fellow warrior well wishes your way!

@MsMOLLYKINS

6 жыл бұрын

Joy Through Journey aww thank you so much . I love these two and the olli boy is incredible . Prayers for you sending much love from Sydney Australia and me xoxox

I have a video of "what not to do to a service dog handler". 2 men, following me and Chopper around Walgreens asking such intrusive questions. Makes me thankful for his "Do not dare pet" mobility harness cape/make shift vest because of PTSD it is so much harder. Most said I wasn't stern enough but yeah. At the end I was so upset that I turned off the video, hurried up and paid for my stuff and left. Apparently when you put a pitbull in a service dog vest it turns him from a "vicious breed" and into a "cuddling puppy" instantly. But yeah, would rather someone ask then not ask. I'm thinking on getting the patch with the f-word. I know you would never get that but when it says "Don't you dare "f**cking touch" (without the stars) people tend to stay away.

@joythroughjourney2074

6 жыл бұрын

Service Dog In Training Chopper What an uncomfortable, awkward situation at Walgreens! Sending fellow warrior well wishes your way!

@servicedogchopper7613

6 жыл бұрын

Joy Through Journey Yes, it totally was! Thank you for the well wishes!

I've been wondering if the table was going to fit! And LOVE the finish.

Ahh, so cool how you are such a big creator yet you still take time to interact with us viewers!!

Hope u have better morning and day

I use a wheelchair full time..... I’m a rockstar! Whoop whoop! Lol I totally think y’all are rockstars too. I recently found yall’s channel and I love it. Been watching it every day recently. Seeing you guys have fun and laugh through even tough days is awesome. I need to get back to doing more of that in my life. 😀😀😀

I found your channel when you were in Scotland. Wow so long ago. “Kinder Time!” Lol.

Love the reply peter! “ if it doesn’t work, just saw it in half and glue it back together” lol. That would be my response if the table wouldn’t fit! Haha

You guys are so inspiring!

I was born with a disability ( Spina Bifida paralyzed from the waist down ) and have been using a wheelchair since the age of 18 months old. I'm going to be 58 in June. It still makes me uncomfortable when adults keep staring once you've made eye contact with them too.

@joythroughjourney2074

6 жыл бұрын

Cheryl Szczesny Sending fellow warrior well wishes your way!