All I Need To Know…
When it first happened, I wasn't very concerned. My service dog Leah lost her breakfast, and because she eats too quickly and sometimes gets into things she shouldn't in the backyard, this is not an uncommon occurrence. But when it happened a few more times throughout...
100 Posts…Have I Changed the World?
When I first started my blog on July 6th, 2012, I expected, in my small way, to change the world. At first, I knew I wanted to write about my experience living with my various diagnoses. I wanted to explore both the frustration and the "fabulousness." I wanted a...
IHOP. Geddit?
I truly admire Josh Sundquist. And no, it is not because he is a Paralympic athlete (I've been there) and a motivational speaker. (I've done some of that) The reason I admire Mr. Sundquist is more simple than that. This is a man who truly accepts who he is. He...
Right On, Target!
https://www.yahoo.com/parenting/priceless-target-ad-goes-viral-for-all-the-right-184054339.html Target's latest ad for Halloween features a little girl on crutches front and center on the page, dressed as Elsa from Disney's "Frozen." To me, this is inclusion at it's...
Cheeseburgers Mean Freedom!
I am probably more excited than most. This plan potentially means that I can go get a cheeseburger whenever I want, and in my case, cheeseburgers mean freedom. I spent part of the afternoon on Tuesday meeting with some cool and influential people. There was Sarah...
How Medicare Cuts Might Affect Me
When I started this blog, I was pretty sure that I simply wanted to write about my life experience and how my disability affects me. Although I love advocacy efforts that increase the quality of life for people with disabilities, I was convinced I didn't want such...
My Personal 100 Day Challenge
It’s true. I have totally eaten like crap lately. My diet is terrible. Sonic cheeseburgers are as much a part of my routine as exercise is supposed to be. The order is always the same. A junior double cheeseburger with ketchup and without the pickle, and a medium...
About Leah’s Life. And Her First Date…
Hi Everyone, This is Leah, Lorraine's black lab service dog. My mommy has had this blog for a few years now, and lately, she has been having various people guest post on it. I asked her if I could take a turn because I wanted to tell you what our life together is...
Sometimes You Have to Start Scared to Succeed
My local Center for Independent Living had a couple of focus groups that I was invited to participate in over the last few days. Those gatherings are kind of my thing because I love to give opinions and describe my experiences related to disability issues. The first...
It’s About Much More Than Picking Up Pencils…
Joshua Gorenflo is one of my current caregivers. He doesn’t fit the mold of who I usually hire. He is 29 years old and married to a wonderful woman named Jenny. He has a degree in Christian ministry. He is also one of the most genuinely compassionate human beings I...