Sleep paralysis is when a person is aware but unable to move or speak. During an episode one may find it difficult to breathe and be overcome with fear. It had happened to me before and that was my first reaction upon waking up in the hospital. Set aside I …
Fashion for Little People with Great Taste
One of the biggest challenges about having a body that is drastically different than most is finding age-appropriate clothing that actually fits. Although I am almost thirty years old, I am 2’7” in height, and finding clothes that don’t make me look like I’m three years old is incredibly challenging. …
Independently Dependent
Editor’s note: I met César Bazúa on Twitter. His story was interesting and I thought I’d give him a chance to share it with everyone. But I never imagined this. It’s truly well written and whether you have a spinal cord injury or not, it resonates with almost everyone. Read …
Top 10 Cruelty Free Make Up Must Haves
I have always viewed makeup as a form of self-love and a method of artistic expression. Growing up watching my mom always doll herself up before stepping out the door was my inspiration. I loved the freedom that makeup gave me to express myself and allow my imagination to flourish. …
My Life Doesn’t Belong On Waiting List
Society sees having a disability as an enigma. There is nothing complex or misfiring when it comes to a person with a disability. Yes, we are constantly dismissed, looked over, and ignored. And by some far-fetched chance, we have heard it is simply just a stopgap to appease us. As …
Bon Voyage in a Wheelchair
A cruise is an excellent choice if you’re looking for a luxurious, highly accessible vacation. As I’ve progressed (regressed?) from being a wall hugger to using a cane to using a manual then a power wheelchair, my objective was always to not give up on my passion for travel. I’ve …
Disabled People Penalized for Getting Married
I am elated that the Supreme Court ruled today in favor of marriage equality for same-sex and some transgender couples. Poetically, it is a day that is very special to me as it would have been my grandparents’ 72nd anniversary. I have never seen anyone as in love as my …
Emily Ladau: Advocating with Grace and Wit
Editor’s Note: Very few people in the advocacy arena truly impress me. I know. I’ve been told my standards and expectations are too high. Emily Ladau impresses me. Read on. Emily Ladau’s personality captures my attention long before we actually connect on a personal level via Facebook. I am a …
Kayaking Gives Me Another Perspective in Life
Editor’s Note: Jamie Perron loves Versa’s paddling when kayaking that she wrote her experience with it. Enjoy! Kayaking is magically peaceful when gliding across the water surrounded by nature. There’s nothing else like it. Imagine never experiencing the joy of kayaking. People with disabilities, injuries and medical conditions are …