Tweeting disability ... during the England riots
| 10:20 UK time, Monday, 15 August 2011
Last week's riots prompted a massive spike in Twitter usage by disabled and non-disabled people alike. We were regularly reminded to check on vulnerable neighbours and the hashtag #disabledriothelp was created, so that those in need of some emotional support could access it from fellow "tweeps".
Many were determined to retain a sense of humour during these difficult times.
On Tuesday morning Steve Sparshott Tweeted: "I did indeed park my 90kg wheelchair against the front door. Forgot to lock the door though. [Contact] me for a free security consultation."
Later that evening, comedian with MS, Jim Sweeney, told Twitter of his unique plan of attack should trouble arise: "19:00. Wimbledon. Empty streets. Shops boarded up. Strange calm. Connected catheter to a hosepipe. Face full of [pee] for the first one"
Elsewhere on Twitter
Why do aliens always disembark via ramp? Do they have problems with stairs? Or are flying saucers just handicap-accessible? .
Just looking at charity fundraising tweets today... one lot are jumping off a tower, another lot are jumping out of a plane. Tough times.
Sitting by the sea having a coffee breathing sea air with my new lungs didn't think I would do this again loving my holiday.
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