One of the most infuriating experiences I had while in crutches was with a Guard in the Greenbelt 5 parking lot near the handicapped zone.

Guard: “Hindi po kayo pwede dito, pang-handicap lang to.” (You can’t park here, the space is for handicapped people only.)

Me: “Handicapped ako, tignan mo” (I’m handicapped, look at my leg.) (points to my leg)

Guard: “Dapat po disabled kayo kalahati ng katawan.” (Half of your body should be disabled to be able to use the handicap zone)

Me: “Ano?! May saklay nga ako!” (What?! I have crutches!)

Guard: (Points to the handicap sign) “Dapat may may wheelchair.”

Me: (While getting out of the car) “Tanga ka ba? Hindi lahat ng handicapped naka-wheel chair!” (Are you stupid? Not all handicapped people are in wheelchairs!)

Cut to me demonstrating a walk-out in crutches. Hah!