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Monday, December 24, 2007

House Arrest


After years of speeding in my motorized wheelchair, the long arm of the law finally caught up with me today. Well, at least that's what I thought when I saw a uniformed police officer at the door. But it was just my friend and former attendant Maria -- now Officer Maria -- and instead of serving me with a search warrant, she served me and my family with a chocolate cake! She did slap a handcuff on my wheelchair, but only because my father insisted.

Though it's disappointing when I lose my best attendants, it's always good to hear when they're doing well. It was great to catch up on old times, but those stories weren't nearly as exciting as the ones about her time on the police force. After all, getting me out of bed and feeding me breakfast isn't half as exhilarating -- and dangerous -- as chasing the bad guys! Of course, Officer Maria might soon be chasing me if I don't stop speeding...

5 comments:

Anonymous said...

Merry Christmas my friend.

Taunia said...

That's a cute picture! You know, if I knew you better, I'd make a naughty comment about the handcuffs. But I'll leave that to Pat. lol

Patrick Moeschen said...

hey Josh-
little football game tonight I hear. hmm.
anyway. how do I link your blog to mine?

Sue said...

She should have handcuffed your father...On second thought, he would probably have liked that!

marguerita.com@gmail.com said...

Dear Josh,
I was very moved by your spirit.
I only wish for you to keep your spirits up as you have been so far.
I share your pain,as i myself suffer from a genetic kidney condition that is worsening with time and upsetting me very much as I love to live.
Sending you a link here to my blog The PoignantFrog- http://thepoignantfrog.blogspot.com.
Hope it will amuse you.
I get a kick if I can make people happy and smile.My best
Marguerita