Well, after an incredible week in New York City studing the theology of mission, I am now stuck here for a few extra days. Don't get wrong, I loved the course and I had a great time, I'm just ready to go home. NYC is fun, but it's expensive. It's very difficult to find inexpensive entertainment ideas... especially if you are disabled.
There are limited subway stations with elevators, but who can afford a cab?! So, I've been doing a lot more walking than I should with my Lyme disease. I'm just glad I'm having a "good week" because otherwise I would be stranded here in this house.
Back to the disability access rantings, elevators are rare in public areas, and the sidewalks are trecherous. I have seen very few people walking with canes, and only one person in a wheel chair the entire time I've been here. Tell me, in a city with 9 million residents (and an additional 4 million who come in for the day)... where are all the people with mobility issues? Is there some secret way to get around the city? If so, please tell me! My legs and my back are killing me!
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