My wheelchair replaces my legs because they retired in 2003. I rely on it for 100% of my daily mobility. THERE IS NO REPLACEMENT FOR MY WHEELCHAIR. Time to pee? Not without my wheelchair. Time … Read the rest
Don’t Take Discrimination Sitting Down! Educate yourself on the Law
The law has become an unrecognizable language to people, also known as “legalese.” It’s astonishing, and I cannot believe how complacent we are as Americans with our outdated and discriminatory legal system. People are forced … Read the rest
Handicapped Bathrooms: Use as a Last Resort, unless you Actually Need One!
I went with my boyfriend to Costco yesterday, but before we started shopping I needed to stop by the bathroom. Besides having to use my wheelchair, another condition of my SCI is when I gotta … Read the rest
Our Response to Cosmo’s Advice on Dating a “Woman in Wheelchair”
Dear Cosmo,
We are pleased you have published an article on women with disabilities: 12 Things you should know before dating a woman in Wheelchair. We women on wheels are not used to being portrayed … Read the rest
Voices of the Community: Are all disabilities equal? No, Laziness is Not a Disability
Once again I’m about to piss off some people. Are all disabilities equal? No. Sorry, that’s just not the case. I’m not taking away from the seriousness of everyone’s ailment. However, don’t come up to … Read the rest
Column Four: Dating, Defying and Daring …to Live a Life of your Dreams: How to Meet Someone
About a month or two ago I got off online dating. I was telling Deborah, but reassuring her that I was still dating. She asked how I met the guys, and I told her I … Read the rest
Column Three: Dating, Defying and Daring …to Live a Life of your Dreams
I had a freak out moment the other day while texting with a potential date. He asked my age, which I found interesting considering it says “29” on my profile, but I reiterated it. I … Read the rest
Column Two: Dating, Defying and Daring …to Live a Life of your Dreams
I’ve been talking with people about what they find attractive and unattractive about other people, and it’s amazing how most people want similar attributes. Another commonality is we’re all a little hypocritical in one manner … Read the rest