Jan 9, 2016 | changing perspectives, exercise for people with disabilities, Health, Learning to let go, Making Changes, Walking |
It was a few months ago when the sunshine was stronger than it is now, but my body was not. Recent shenanigans with my kidneys had resulted in time in the hospital, and the unexpected surgery that followed. One of the only benefits of the situation last spring was...Jan 6, 2016 | blogging, Disability Blogs, disability etiquette, Diversity, fast food, lessons from blogging, Making people comfortable, negative perceptions, Starting Over |
2016 is still in its infancy, and like most people I have spent the last few weeks reflecting on both where I have been and where I want to go. Speaking personally, I have never been a fan of New Year’s resolutions. I think they are, all too often, a good way...Dec 31, 2015 | Favorite Posts, Get To Know Me, lessons from blogging, Making Changes, overcoming challenges |
As I have done in years past for as long as I can remember, I spent some time on this New Year’s Eve reflecting on the events, both good and bad, of the past year. Although I have been writing this blog for a long time now, lately it has been a good friend to me...Dec 26, 2015 | Emotional Freedom Technique, Uncategorized |
The technique first caught my attention about fifteen years ago, when I overheard a conversation a co-worker was having with one of her friends. The subject of the conversation was The Emotional Freedom Technique, or tapping, which is based on the same premise as...Dec 21, 2015 | Ableism, Attitudes, changing perspectives, communicating respect, compassion, Diversity, Get To Know Me, inclusion, Independence, kids with disabilities, Look Beyond, negative perceptions |
A few decades ago, when I had fewer miles on my wheelchair and significantly less self-esteem, I spent a fair amount of time trying to figure out my place in the world. As I started college, I was hundreds of miles away from home and searching to solidify what I...