"enigma" > wrote in message
>
> not only that, but walking is *good* for you. when my mom was
> diagnosed with arthritis in her 50s, her doctor told her to
> take up walking or cross country skiing, anything to get her
> out & moving.

My wife has a handicap placard. In the winter, bad weather, or if she is
having problems, we use it. One nice days it is better to park some
distance from the store and walk. The exercise benefits are good for both
of us most of the time.

Some store are very accommodating when she needs help, such as a wheelchair.
Other store don't much give a damn. Much as I dislike shopping at Wal Mart,
they are the most helpful, at least in our area.