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Italian Adventures as a Power Wheelchair User: Part 1
I’m writing this post having just returned from the most epic birthday/wedding adventure! Incelebration of my milestone 40th birthday and a surprise elopement, my now
Striving for Equality for Disabled Women
August 26th is Women’s Equality Day, a day that commemorates the 1920 adoption of the 19th which prohibits the states and the federal government from
Gearing Up for Back to School: A Parent’s Perspective
Shhhh! If you listen closely you can hear the sweet symphony of school bells and the faint sound of parents cheering. It must be back
Back to School – High School Edition
It’s my favorite time of year, once again! Time to return to school! After what some might classify as a horrific first year of high
Power Mobility for Chronic Illness
When people think of mobility challenges, they usually only think about the loss of movement in the limbs. I have quadriparesis (weakness of all four
Life Before and After iLevel®
This month has been joyous, contemplative, and somewhat cathartic. I celebrated my daughter’s graduation and her promotion to high school. It was a joyful occasion
Disabled Parenting and Teens
Parenting teenagers demands different parenting skills and different parenting strategies compared to parenting babies and even school-age kids. We are a family of five led
Las Vegas: A Prime Accessible Vacation Destination
Las Vegas is known for fun. From the shows to the casinos to the food, the action is never-ending. That being said, it’s never been
Dustin Fast – A Legacy of Living for Others
Dustin Fast – A Legacy of Living for Others Utqiagvik, Alaska is one of the northernmost cities in the entire world. In fact, it actually
Restaurants and Wheelchairs
Dining Out at Restaurants With a Wheelchair With the weather getting warmer my family and I have slowly returned to eating indoors at restaurants. Initially,
Riley’s Favorite Summer Lodging Spots
Summer Lodging Spots The summer getaway season is almost here! It’s time to start planning your summer vacation! I am an avid traveler and outdoor