. " I was liberated from The Chair at the end of March, and after twice-weekly physical therapy sessions I managed to strengthen my right arm enough to crutch around like any healthy 90-year-old ...There were, however, a few, er, logistical problems I???d have to deal with on my trip, mainly the fact I couldn???t carry gear in my usual duffle bag as my hands would be full of crutches." . . .