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To the Parents that Empower
Dear mom and dad, You didn't just raise me as your daughter with a disability. You saw much more from the beginning. I was your fourth child. In your eyes, I have always been "normal." You were the first to teach me determination. Giving up was not an option. We...
One Word, One Theme for 2018
Before the new year arrived, I started pondering, "what should my new word be: Fullness...Trust...Faith...Impossible?" All these words felt important to me, things I pray, themes I hope to see in my life. One day last month, it finally became clear -- FAITH. The verse...
How 2017 was the Year Full of Impossible Things
As I mentioned last week, 2017 was full of impossible things. Here are 10 examples + links to accompanying photos or blog posts: I spent a whole day at Panera. Twice actually. Two friends made this happen. I wrote about love. Not just one week, but four. I shared my...
Revisiting 2017: the Top Seven Posts
I've been thinking about all the things that happened in 2017. My one word was fill. As we begin a new year, I can definitely say that 2017 was a year... Filled with lots of moments. Full of impossible things. And the prayer I invited you to pray with me was answered....
Exploring Italy From a Wheelchair User’s Perspective
Today we welcome Jasmine from The Globe on Wheels to the traveling conversation! My love of ancient cultures and civilizations began when I took a Greek and Roman mythology course as an elective for one of the programs I was studying at the time. As soon as I finished...
Accessitrip: an Adventure with Accessible Tourism
The travel series continues with the story behind Accessitrip. Welcome, Irina! Hello, my name is Irina. I'm a travel lover, and I love to discover accessible places around the world for people with disabilities. I have a relative with reduced mobility and she is the...
3 Tips to Know When Flying with a Disability
Today we have the first of several guest writers. We are returning to the topic of traveling with a disability. Each week someone will share their travel story and things they've learned along the way. Welcome to the blog, Daniel and Valerie Pitaluga! (You can...
This is how I…eat!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nv4UzO7Geo8 This is how I...eat! Yes, I need help with eating, but it may surprise you that I can reach some food on my own too. How do I do that when my arms don't bend? Watch the video to find out!
This is how I…brush my teeth
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yAcbvVbFJi0 Have you ever wondered about everyday tasks, like how I brush my teeth? Today I show you in the video.
Finding Accessible Paths in New Areas
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PAiP5WJZ7s When traveling, it is fun to explore the area. I like to be outside and sometimes I find walking paths that are wheelchair-friendly. Recently I found a trail at the Outer Banks that turned out to be quite accessible. Watch...
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