When a new year starts, we consider all the things we love about the previous year and all things we want to change. We consider
Tag: Accessibility
Touring the New Quantum Facility
Last month, I went to an open house hosted by Quantum Rehab. The company had recently completed renovations and invited members of the public and
My Experience at the Phoenix Abilities Expo
When my mom asked if I wanted to check out the Phoenix Abilities Expo, I shrugged. I had never been to an “expo,” so I
The Importance of the Americans with Disabilities Act
In July 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act was officially signed into law. I was born in 2006, so I don’t know what it was
The Significance of Disability Pride
Let’s talk about Disability pride! In honor of the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) being passed in 1990, July is Disability Pride
How the ADA Has Changed Our Lives
As a person who was injured after the ADA was put in place, I can’t imagine how people and things went down without it. Simple
The Benefits of Disability Activism
As my day job, I am a university professor. Most people know that this involves teaching college classes to young adults. What most people who
Celebrating Mother’s Day and What My Mom Does for Me
Mothers are gentle, kind, resilient and tough, all at the same time. I sometimes wonder how my mother handles so many things at once. She
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
A New Apartment, Same Old iLevel
Change is never easy, however, it’s sometimes necessary. I’ve been living in the city of St. Louis for over a decade now. Times, people, and
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
Selling a Home When You Have a Disability
I have been very blessed and fortunate to be able to own property in Florida for about seven years now. I would spend my summers