I read your brainblogs... is it wrong of me to find comfort, solace, and at times amusement? You are a much stronger person than I am, but I suppose you have had more practice at it. =^_^=
I went to a ref seminar this weekend with instructor, Derek Cotton. ( Who is also from California.) Part of the workshop was on wheel chair fencing. I know/knew almost nothing about it and never understood the term "butt judge" prior to this event. I noticed in Kidlazy's comment.
I learned what a hard event this is to ref. Derek said that when he starts the bout that when he says " ready", he is really talking to himself. The action is so fast.
I will be looking forward to learning more about this through your adventures and your blog.
Please keep us posted, so it can be a learning experience for us as well.