Author: Alex Squire

Alex Squire is a 35-year-old quadriplegic powerchair user from Lincolnshire, England. He writes about the places he has visited, home and abroad, assistive technology, and whatever else is on his mind.

The quest to find new carers

I’m trying to find a couple of permanent carers again which isn’t always an easy process. We’re not using the agency anymore as they’re unreliable and we’ve decided to …

Coronation conversation

Tomorrow will be the coronation of King Charles III – a lavish affair involving golden carriages, horses, and funny hats. Personally I’m not a royalist. I don’t have any …

My Covid infection update

I have Covid.  Yes, the little spiky bastard got me again. It’s the 2nd time in 2 months that I’ve been infected.  The last time was in October, so …

Coldplay at Wembley

Coldplay are currently on a world tour, and they played several shows in London at Wembley Stadium. I went to the gig on 20 August – which was brilliant …

Amazon Echo Show 8 Review

I have had an Amazon echo first-generation (which I reviewed in 2017) for probably about 5 years. So last month, I decided it was time for an upgrade. I …

10 Things To Do In Second Life

In the virtual world of Second Life, users create 3D avatars to interact with others and explore user-generated environments. With no set narrative, activities range from DJing, role-playing, questing …

When will I get the vaccine?

I got a letter the other day about the Covid vaccine. However, it wasn’t forme; it was for my PA. I have 2 PAs, and both have received letters …