I’ve heard so many different times from several different people that I manage and stay on top of my blood sugars more than anybody they’ve ever worked with. My blood sugars usually never higher than 200 You have to stay on top of it or your health will diminish it can lead to amputations blindness…More
The importance of life
If you’ve been following along for any time you know that I’ve been in high risk for happening to sell the home I currently own in order to pay for my cares. Just wanted to update… as of now there’s no options to save it from happening and they are forcing me to sell my…More
Just want some advice. Please and thank you!
Now I’ve paid for a few ad campaigns that have helped and today I have over 9,000 views since I started my blog in February, the 7th to be exact. So we are still not quite there but almost 5 months my blog has been running. I’m hoping you guys will help me, should I…More
More than one thing…
On what subject(s) are you an authority? Now, first and foremost, it’s important to me that you know I have not been to school for these topics and I don’t have any certifications. I only have the knowledge because of first-hand experience. I would consider myself the authority on the subject of being paralyzed considering…More
The growth of my children.
What are you most excited about for the future? I think what I look forward to most in my future is watching my children become independent, accountable, and responsible. I can’t wait to see them become adults and act like adults should. To be completely responsible for their own actions and outcomes in life. Whether…More
Is it ok to complain?
I once had a buddy tell me that he would get upset if he was in my shoes and somebody was complaining… My take on that though… You never know what somebody else is going through unless they tell you directly. You can never just assume that your problems are worse than somebody else’s. We…More
What Uncle Donkey is passionate about…
I love my kids and I am super passionate about raising them and making sure they have great morals but aside from that, my passion is cars. I love just about anything to do with cars. Just about anything with a motor actually. Cars, trucks, semi’s, utvs, it doesn’t matter. Now, As a quadriplegic I…More
The importance of staying positive
Now don’t get me wrong I have bad days, but, as a parent it’s important to stay positive. Especially around your children. If you are having a bad day it’s important you do not let it affect the way you deal with your children. You don’t take it out on them. If you don’t stay…More
Donkey gets caught by his daughter
One night back in December my daughter asked if she could go to a friend’s house for a sleepover. As I usually do, I told her yes as long as I get the parents phone number and the address of where she will be. She gets me the info and later that evening (after she’s…More
Good job Uncle Donkey…
Write a letter to your 100-year-old self. Uncle Donkey, if you are reading this letter that means you lived to be 100 years old. Wow, good for you… It wasn’t easy but you pulled it off. You have been through so much and kept going. So many times the universe and other people tried to…More
Other than a fine wine, cheese, or a good whiskey…
What do you think gets better with age? I think that when it comes to people or the human being specifically, the only attribute that gets better with age is wisdom. As you get older you get smarter and wiser, the older you get the smarter you are. That’s why you never argue with your…More
Patients and self control
What makes a teacher great? Whether it’s about my care, I’m trying to help somebody work on their vehicle, or I’m trying to teach my child something… As a quadriplegic, I have had to teach many people. I think a good teacher should have tons of patience and self-control. Not everybody just understands. You have…More
My children for sure!
Who do you spend the most time with? As a single father and quadriplegic that does not work, I definitely spend the majority of my time with my children and their friends for sure. I love spending time with my children and I never get annoyed by them or “need a break” from them. NEVER!…More
How to be a good parent
If you find yourself wondering whether or not you are a good parent… Maybe this will help? Uncle Donkey’s thoughts about what makes a good parent… I’ve been a parent for the last 17 years, since my stepson was 1 and a half years old. As a parent myself, a single parent (for the last…More
It’s important to remember this!
No matter what always try hard to stay positive and never forget… Life could be worse. Do your best not to ever take anything for granted, remind yourself to stop and be thankful, appreciate, and make sure to cherish everything you have as it may not be there tomorrow. Trust me… If donkeydidit… You can…More
Uncle Donkeys Tales 