Driving to the theater to catch the matinee showing of X-men: The Last Stand, I heard some pretty dismal reviews expressing what many expect from a third movie in any …
A Team United
A few weeks ago hundreds of Americans with disabilities returned from Torino with the pride of representing our country in the 2006 Torino Paralympic Games. Some returned with medals, hardware …
Let the Games Begin: Countdown to the Winter Paralympic Games
In just a week, the Winter Paralympic Games will commence with an Opening Ceremony celebration of ability, perseverance, and the reality that dreams can come true. All within the context …
Love is in the Air
Stores are lining their shelves with candy, teddy bears, and all that is pink and red. Elementary schools are planning parties, flowers are being ordered, restaurant reservations are being made, …
The QuadFather Speaks
The past year’s media exposure has brought both positive and negative images of people with disabilities. The film “Murderball” evoked celebration from film festivals, the general public, and members of …
Taking the Chance to Fight Pity
As our nation pulls together a well-defined front of what is and what is not politically-correct, a line is drawn in an attempt to eliminate prejudicial statements and actions against …
Advocate or Athlete: Is There a Divide Within the Disabled Community?
Too many times we roll or walk along in our lives failing to stop and take note of all the different roles we hold at any given time. Evolving with …
Florida Congressman Mark Foley’s ADA Notification Act
Fifteen years after the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed on the lawn of the White House, I celebrated the anniversary in the best way possible. I rolled into the …
Kara’s Online Journal
A few excerpts from her Online Forum. Wednesday July 28, 2004 Everyone here is getting ready for our meet on Thursday all the way through Sunday. I’m starting to get …