I am from Melbourne, Australia and I am absolutely devastated because I have recently been diagnosed with lupus. The physical pain is hard enough, and my treatments include steroids, pain …
Journey To Cambodia
Anthony Karen is a freelance photojournalist. He recently contacted Audacity Magazine and offered to share the pictures in his journey to other countries. We are very grateful for this opportunity …
A Night Out: Purple Heart Part 2
Rick and I had been playing wheelchair basketball and it seemed like his mind was elsewhere. If you read part 1, you’ll remember that I suggested he and I forget …
Politics and Poltroons
Once in a while, it helps to vent. When it appears things in Washington have settled down for a while, I try to pick an issue I care about and …
Living with CP
Many people have asked me throughout my life, “What is it like to live with Cerebral Palsy?” On a good day, I might say, “Oh, it’s really not much different …
Hip Into Their Forties
“Out of Exile” is an aptly titled record that describes the eight year exodus that Chris Cornell had been experiencing since the breakup of Soundgarden. With a strong but eponymous …
Dating and McNair’s Readers Speak Up
Hi. My name is Danny and I am 27 years old. I live in Puerto Rico. I checked Audacity and all I have to say is “Great job!” It’s great …
Becoming Anti-private
In considering the recent events related to Terry Schaivo, one can be confronted by many aspects of the situation. We were faced daily with the religious zealots who populated the …
Airline Accessibility Keeps Us Grounded
With 75% of the 50 million Americans with disabilities flying each year, air carriers should offer the best services to this lucrative consumer group. The Department of Transportation (DOT) established …