Getting out of bed real early this morning gave me the mind to imagine. Like a genie giving me ONE wish to think of something I would rather have in my current condition. Not counting real health or recovery, just a fun thing to fantasize about for the fun of imagination.

I came up with a right arm that could stretch out, like plastic man cartoons from long time ago. That way, I could be seated at the kitchen table, reach the microwave, refrig, and sink without having to get up. Then on days when I'm tired and on the computer upstairs, I could stretch my good arm down to the kitchen and get what I need.

In the shower, I could do my own back and massage. My soxs and shoes would be easy to put on and off. When I think about it, a reacher (long handle gadget) was the one thing I was given in OT rehab while still in the hospital. Looking at my bill, I paid for it and the AFO.

When I do my banking at the drive thru, or mail a letter in the drive thru box, I wouldn't have to open the door like I do now. Have you noticed how everything seem to be just a tad out of reach when you are left side weak?? Even the restrooms, handicap accessable or not, the paper seat covers and toilet paper always seem to be on the left side, out of reach for a good right arm. How many times I look for the TV remote, only to find it on my wife's night stand, out of my reach.

I could replace the light bulbs thats burned out all over my house. My wife is afraid of falling from the ladder. With my long arm, I wouldn't need a ladder. I could probably mow the grass and wash the cars too. Ofcourse, with the long stretchable arm, I would still be paralyzed on my left side.

I thought about my leg, eye and other parts too, but I think the long arm to get the best out of the condition I'm in now, is my first choice for fantasy purposes that would benefit me most. While I'm shopping on my scooter, I could reach the stuff on the top shelves without asking for help.

Just curious, what would you ask for from a genie imagination to have in your current condition? Again not counting real life and health things. Just for fun to play around with, but helps you along the way.