It is no secret amongst my friends and family that I am not a Bush supporter. I would feel more respect for him if he actually behaved like a leader. …
Who Could Ask For Anything More?
My friend calls me late last night, tells me some horrific news and expects me to sleep soundly. He tells me that a couple in Ohio puts their disabled children …
Hasbro Commits To Change in Super Deformed Heroes
For many people with disabilities a sigh of relief is heard when the news about Hasbro’s agreement to discontinue marketing their Kmart exclusive toys called, “Super Deformed Heroes”. “How can …
Feed Me! Feed Me!
In 1988, I was a defense lawyer for my high school legal team during a mock trial competition. We took first place in the county. Our job was to prevent …
Special Love
It’s Valentine’s! We all have that special love. I have a special love. My heart has been broken numerous times no matter how much I try to protect it from …
My Fight for Freedom
Push harder! Push harder! Push faster! Push onward! Keep pushing! These are a few of the phrases that I have heard throughout every crisis or turning point in my life. …
Our Own War For Freedom and Equality
“Did you see the debate?” That was the question of the day following the presidential debate last week. Of course we saw it! Who didn’t? Two people using political jargon …
Benefits or Stepping Stones
I find it absolutely amazing how many people these days want to be disabled. Actually, they want the “benefits” of being disabled. They think there are benefits. I see them …
Rafael, Rafael, Where Are You, Rafael?
Many of our female readers wonder about the able bodied man as if he were a species all his own. Actually, many female readers with disabilities want to know how …