He was the person who didn’t let any obstacles get in … Read the rest
I KNOW MY DAD TRIED TO END MY LIFE
Today, I will be digging deep into my feelings about what my dad did to me back in June of 1993. I can only imagine that many people who … Read the rest
7 Tips for Happy Living in a Wheelchair
As a wheelchair user since I was an infant, I’ve developed numerous coping techniques, learned lessons for living life to the fullest, and realized over the years that sharing my experiences with others is one … Read the rest
Surviving Abuse Should Be Celebrated
I’d like to start off by saying if you are familiar with me, my story and my previous articles, you may already know why it is that I have a pair of wheels with … Read the rest
Feelings & Why It’s Important to Express Them
Not exactly sure how things got to be this way, but it is clear as day that we live in a world where people think expressing your feelings is a sign of weakness. I hope … Read the rest
SCI Awareness: More than Just September
As you may know, September was an important month for those of us with spinal cord injuries. It’s that time of year when the eyes of anyone who’s … Read the rest
Lets Talk Bullies: My Experience, Why They Do It, and How You Can Get Help
Part of you knows they exist outside the walls of a school, but you don’t entirely want to believe it. You’ve heard the stories. Everyday you are hoping to avoid them. Who could I possibly … Read the rest
It May Shock You, but I Roll Around with a Wheelchair and I Love My Life!
So, there is absolutely no denying this…when you are a wheelchair user, you probably have grown used to people asking you some pretty outrageous questions. That, and the ridiculously uncalled for comments. I had almost … Read the rest
My Opinion on: “You’re the Prettiest Person I have EVER Seen in a Wheelchair”
Voices of the Community: Stereotypes… we all deal with it. By Courtney Cirabisi
I know no matter who you are, if you’re walking or rolling, no matter your skin color, no matter your age, where … Read the rest
So, You Don’t Wanna Date Someone Because They Use a Wheelchair?
Opinion Piece by Courtney Cirabisi
If you don’t wanna date someone because they use a wheelchair, you can seriously go jump off a building. Maybe you should try to get on my level before judging me…… Read the rest