I don’t know anyone who enjoys being wrong. Being wrong shows weakness, vulnerability. It shows that, even if it’s just for one moment, we’re not as good as we thought …
Daredevil Dances with Disability
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s SUPER GIMP!? Well, not exactly. I enjoy movies, I really do; but I missed this one in the theaters and am just getting …
Reflection
My name is Lissette. I would like to share my experience with you. In 1991, I was 22 and the mother of a six month old beautiful girl, when I …
The Man!
It’s an age old question: which sex has a harder time of it: men or women? At first blush, it seems superficial and sophomoric, but add having a disability into …
Lesson In Love
“What a day! I’m exhausted. Let’s just stay home and relax,” Janet said. She sat on the floor with her back against my bed while I painted my nails. “Fine …
Men Are Equal Horn Dogs
Let’s face it men are horn dogs! Men don’t care if a woman is disabled or not. If the woman is willing then he is ready. Therefore, disabled men have …
Equality In Love
I have heard many concepts throughout my life. So far, some are more influential than others. One saying that sticks in my mind, that people seem to forget, is that …
Park Where You Belong
Have you ever really taken the time to notice the stares as you get out of your car? Lately, I have noticed after parking in a handicap parking place, people …
Look Ma! No Glasses!
Perfect vision–could it really happen in just a few short minutes with only a minor amount of discomfort? I’ve had glasses for as long as I can remember, and can …