Wheelchairs anyone?

MuppetOverlord

My groom is a manual wheelchair user. I'm looking for someone who might have a similar experience or some advice. I'm trying to think of how to do the dances or something similar that's just as special.

MrsMyrtle

I'd suggest talking to him to see what his thoughts are, as well as his comfort level. That will give you a better idea that anything we can tell you.

MuppetOverlord

We've talked. We're looking for ideas....hoping to find someone or some people with experience or facing the same issue.

DG1

I think I might try google or youtube. It seems like I've seen videos of wheelchair-bound grooms popping wheelies or whatever fancy wheelchair moves while the bride sits on his lap or something.  Again, really depends on how comfortable your FI is with that.

But really, this isn't our forte. Maybe a paraplegic message board? I'm sure TK has the random bride in a similar situation, but they'd be hard to find here.

KatoNorway

My dad is now paralyzed. Way back when he could still move his legs and could stand on his own, my mom and dad would dance one slow song at a family wedding. My dad would basically balance himself, while she would ever so slightly move her body side to side (but stay in the same spot.) That was a long time ago (over 25 years) and I still remember them dancing when he had more mobility (a treasured memory.)

I chose not to dance with my dad at the wedding; but it was only because we didn't have any special dances. I did have my Dad move his electric wheelchair down the aisle with me, so I had to remember to make sure that the aisle would be wide enough for my puffy dress and his huge wheelchair.

One thing I didn't consider until it was too late, was his wheelchair fitting inside the photobooth. It just didn't cross my mind when we were setting everything up.

I second what all the other PP's stated; talk to him and check out an online message board with people who have the similar disability as he does.
Good luck!

nicoleg1982

A friend of mine got married and her H is in an electric wheelchair.  They rented a chair that allowed him to stand for the ceremony and their first dance.   They also attached a platform to the back, like a wagon, so that he could pull her down the aisle as they exited the church.