Disabled veteran athletes can now set their sights even higher and become eligible to compete in some of the nation’s premiere athletic venues thanks to an agreement between the United …
Jump Over the Holiday Hump
Tis the season to be jolly is more than a line from a festive holiday jingle. It is an attempt to set the tone for our attitude. However, this can …
From Our Message Board
I am a 47-year old disabled woman, from the Bronx, NY. I have spina bifida. I would like to share one of many experiences I have had with stereotypes and …
Question of Happiness
I’ve often thought the worst thing in this world is to have nothing to do. Not just being bored, but have absolutely nothing to do. It leaves you feeling dispensable, …
Why Don’t They Get It?
I recently read an article on the BBC website which was written by Tanni Grey-Thompson for OUCH! discussing the absence of disability in mainstream advertising campaigns. Which got me thinking …
Reel Life: A Disability Film Festival
Assistive listening available. Wheelchair Accessible. Sign language interpreters or descriptive narration available on request in advance. Please refrain from wearing heavily scented personal care products. Tickets $20.00 in advance, $30.00 …
Stay Home with Batman
I write this film review as a Batman aficionado and comic book fan. Overall this film was up there with Spider-Man and Spider-Man 2 as space a great comic book …
Corpse Bride Not Trick, But A Treat
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 …