Miss Manners: They think they’re being funny, but I can’t stand this nickname

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Miss Manners: They think they’re being funny, but I can’t stand this nickname
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I also don’t like them mentioning things that I can’t do.

I have had my hips, knees and ankles replaced, and have had four back surgeries, all due to an orthopedic disease. I sometimes have braces on my hands to help me tolerate the pain.

Also, one family member makes it a point to share all their fun activities that require physical strength, like hiking and gardening. I feel like it is saying to someone in a wheelchair, “Too bad you are missing out on all the enjoyment.”: Perhaps the “bionic” reference is intended to make your situation seem empowering. It is still inexcusable and not funny.

I am a friendly person, and I have no problem with the stranger sitting next to me striking up a conversation — though I rarely initiate it. I’ve had some very interesting conversations in these circumstances, and on a couple of occasions, I’ve made a valuable contact or learned something new or useful.

His 78-year-old girlfriend dumped him and kicked him out. His response was to steal $1 million from her East Bay home, police say

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