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Laughter, including my own, met the joke. “That’s Zach’s adult sippy cup!” Yet there remains no joke about the newfound independence I discovered thanks to my “adult sippy cup.” The joking descriptor actually describes my Aladdin travel mug. After repeatedly struggling to independently get coffee, I turned to my aforementioned Aladdin travel mug. The container…
To risk sounding old by using a dated reference, WASSUP?! Seriously though, how goes everything? I thought you and I could use today’s post to do some catching up. Similar to the way you might catch up with long-time friends over a bite to eat. Hopefully you consider me like a friend, ha. Personally, I…
No place remain more sacred than home. Safe, secure, and relaxed describe how you should feel within said walls. Sadly, multiple factors can jeopardize such sentiments. For example living with cerebral palsy or another physical disability, obstacles may present themselves around your living quarters. Enter the importance behind making your home accessible. Sounds excellent, right?…
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When a New Year looms, emotions set abuzz. Rewinding back the past 12 months certain highlights come to mind. For me, your continued support remains a highpoint. Thus, I decided to use my 2018 rewind to countdown my year’s best content. At least, the best according to you! Oppose to setting up a poll and…
Support systems prove powerful. With the right support system the impossible becomes possible. You obtain a light to guide you through gloomy times. Your support system keeps your motivation fueled. Enough empty imagery though! Rather than continuing along using repetitive phrases, let us get practical. After all, talking about how the right support system benefits…
ABC Speechless made headlines back in 2016 when the sitcom premiered. Anticipation among the cerebral palsy community especially seemed quite palpable. Anyone needing reminding about the excitement can just read the live CP Twitter chat #CPChatNow recap covering Wednesday, September 21st, 2016, the show’s premiere night! After two seasons inserted at the Wednesday, 8:30pm ET…
Cerebral palsy (CP) too often gets associated with bleak or no expectations. Succeeding the diagnosis, the dreary outlook begins. Doctors warn new moms and dads, “Your son may never talk.” Your daughter could never walk.” The no expectations precedent starts. Said pattern consequently causes a harmful impact. Yes, admittedly receiving no expectations offers a few…
A perk to running your own blog entails receiving the occasional complimentary item to review. Recently I received such an item from Beaufort Books. In exchange for an honest review the company sent me a 20th anniversary edition of A Walk for Sunshine: A 2,160 Mile Expedition for Charity on the Appalachian Trail by Jeff…
Living with a disability like cerebral palsy you will probably endure some gloomy comments hurled your way. This negative feedback can vary in nature. Innocent remarks such as receiving an “I’m sorry” once a stranger learns about your CP. Although seemingly kind, the apology represents pity. An inference a disabled life remains a pitiful one.…