I suggest this Halloween season that you “treat” yourself to Tim Burton’s latest film. “Corpse Bride” won’t be a trick. If you have enjoyed any of Burton’s other ach department …
Trying to Survive
There is a song that goes: “And I can see you standing there, wanting more from me, but all I can do is try.” I suppose that is all most …
Different – But Not
The articles I write for Audacity revolve around the issues I face as a disabled woman with spina bifida raising a healthy, active toddler. I will also take this space …
Dance Like Nobody’s Watching
Everyone feels self-conscious sometimes. You feel ugly, awkward, freakish, weird. When you go out in public it seems like everyone’s staring you, their faces scowling, eyes displaying a varied mix …
We’re Just Friends
She gazed in through the doorway at the bar, a beautiful woman wishing to enjoy a few drinks and socialization. Her dress was attractive and flattering, but not too revealing. …
Seeing My Ability Not My Disability In The Workplace
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and the perfect opportunity to learn about the abilities of the disabled in the workplace. As a disabled person I applaud the efforts …
Taking a Trip
So, we took a trip up the “Inside Passage” to Skagway, Alaska, and back. We spent the better part of a week on the ferry, four days in the little …
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 …
Celebrating National Disabled Employment Awareness Month
This month is National Disability Awareness Month and National Disability Employment Awareness Month! Oh boy! We have a month all to ourselves! How lucky can we get? Ok, so I …