The first year or two after my injuries, I was still trying to get comfortable using a wheelchair. So, I felt like a burden. When
Living Life with a Disability
Disability is a physical condition limiting a person’s movements, senses, or activities. It is a foreign concept for some, but it is a part of
Enjoying Spring Weather and Celebrating Easter
It’s about that time of year again. Spring is starting! Pretty much all the snow is gone now and it’s starting to warm up. It’s
Important Things We Can Do to Protect Our Planet
We all know that April is the month to get out and enjoy the nice weather but it’s about Earth Day as well. We need
Adventures in Dog Walking in My Stretto
My parents are always imagining the worst-case scenario, especially when I want to go outside alone in my wheelchair. “What if you get hit by
My Expertise in Understanding the Weather
Spring is here, which means the warm weather is on its way. You may not realize this, but I consider myself an expert in understanding
Making Bracelets for a Good Cause
I discovered that my aunt made bracelets for her friends and family, free of charge. She uses all kinds of beautiful beads. I have always
Party of Eight
For years, my husband and I have hosted sleepovers for my nieces and nephews. We have sleepovers several times a year and always look forward
War is a Disability Policy Issue
When someone thinks of a typical disability policy issue, topics that come to mind probably include benefit programs like SSI, anti-discrimination laws like the Americans
My Advice to Wheelchair Users
Life isn’t what happens to us, it’s ultimately how we react to it. So, if you’re struggling on a day when things just seem to
Overcoming the Challenge of Moving to a New Home
In a previous blog, I wrote about the challenges I faced when selling my property in Florida. Now, comes the fun part. The buyers wanted
Achieving Inclusivity in Science and Research
Disability identity can look very different, depending on the person. Some people who fall into the various categories identify as disabled, others don’t. Some educate