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The following post, “Tackling a Fitness Challenge Living with Cerebral Palsy,” contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon affiliate, I earn a commission on qualifying purchases. Temptation lingers to pursue a fitness challenge. At the same time intimidation leaves you frozen in hesitation. “Could I really do this?” “Am I capable of such a feat?”…
The following post, “Winning Starts with Losing- The Truth Behind Success,” contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon affiliate, I earn a commission on qualifying purchases. Winning and losing feel like contradictory concepts. Winners hold their heads up high, proud and accomplished. Possibly touting an award, medal, or other hardware symbolizing triumph. Meanwhile losers hang…
On Saturday, June 1st, 2024 Notre Dame College (NDC) held a closing mass. Fueling many emotions for those with ties to the small liberal arts college. The event marked a time to celebrate the institution’s 100-plus year history, which started with a vision from the Sisters of Notre Dame. Although, behind the celebratory vibes loomed…
The following post, “A Meaningful Birthday Celebration,” contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon affiliate, I earn a commission on qualifying purchases. Birthdays offer a time to celebrate. Opportunity to gather with family and friends. Perhaps enjoying a good meal. Not to mention some cake. While an occasion to indulge in a good time, your…
*The following post, “31 Lessons Learned Living with Cerebral Palsy,” contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon affiliate, I earn a commission on qualifying purchases. Living with cerebral palsy (CP) proves quite a learning experience. Lessons learned emerging from physical challenges the disability causes. Not to mention the emotional strife the condition may trigger. Unguided,…
The following reflection on my years in physical therapy contains Amazon Affiliate links. As an Amazon affiliate, I earn commission on qualifying purchases. Physical therapy (PT), the term likely conjures up much emotion. Annoyance over needing to go to PT, forcing you to miss more leisurely activities like watching TV or hanging out with a…
Living with cerebral palsy (CP) remains an emotional journey. Awkwardness can loom over interactions. Anxiousness may rumble about as you explore new environments, trying to identify tripping hazards. Frustration brews when your own two feet become the cause for your stumble or fall. Considering these emotions, loving your cerebral palsy may seem like an odd…
Whether mid-terms or finals, whenever exam season approaches stress levels can easily rise. Hence, my honor to welcome mother, teacher, and foster carer Lisa Merlo as a guest blogger today. In her post Lisa will discuss the unique challenges your disabled child may face taking exams. More importantly, Lisa offers three ways you can help…
The following post, “Forget Birthday Wishes. Do This Instead!,” contains Amazon affiliated links. As an Amazon affiliate, I earn a commission on qualifying purchases. Every year the scene remains the same. Somebody lights candles on top of your birthday cake. Friends and/or family then sing you “Happy birthday.” Next someone instructs you to make a…
Acquiring employment stands a tall task. Add a disability to the mix and the challenges increase. Fear not, though! Hidden behind the frustration you may feel, exists hope. An optimism you possess control over. Get ready to learn about the role you, the candidate seeking work, play in disability employment! First, before you and I…