Nov 3, 2018 | boundaries, changing perspectives, Depression, Good Memories, Learning to let go, Making Changes |
I haven’t wanted to talk about it publicly. I’m embarrassed. Ashamed even. Confused as to how it got to the point that it did. For the last few months, I have been dependent on someone who thought it was okay to treat me less than respectfully. And every...Oct 25, 2018 | cerebral palsy, costumes for people with disabilities, Halloween, kids with disabilities |
It happens every year, not long after my birthday and before the President pardons a turkey. A few weeks before Halloween, I start seeing pictures and stories on Facebook about how to deck out a wheelchair to be part of an amazing costume. I love the concept, and my...Sep 24, 2018 | Accessibility, caregivers, fast food, Laughter, overcoming challenges, What some people don't think about |
Living my life surrounded by caregivers makes things much easier for me most of the time. And then there are some times when it makes life much more interesting. Working with a team of caregivers often means that I have to get creative in working around their...Aug 26, 2018 | changing perspectives, Disabilitiy, overcoming challenges |
It was the summer of the best-laid plans. My first book launched in May. The signing was fabulous and lots of books were sold there. But getting my book out wasn’t the only thing that I wanted to accomplish. I also planned to get in shape. To eat better. To see...Jul 14, 2018 | Uncategorized |
I got the call at about 12: 30 this afternoon. It’s official. My sister has Parkinson’s Disease. It wasn’t a shock really. She has had numerous symptoms over the last couple of months. She lost her balance at a graduation ceremony. A few weeks later she fell and broke...