My Year with Karen
A year filled with horrible mistreatment and ableism I once had a teacher named Karen, and yes that was really her name. Fresh out of…
D.A.R.E. – Drugs Are Really Excellent
When I was in elementary school I was a good kid. I was very well behaved, especially in school. I got good grades. I didn’t…
Wheelchair Users and Devotees – Why Devotees Are Ableist
Disabled sex and sexuality is vastly misunderstood. As a physically disabled wheelchair-using person, I’ve experienced the best and worst when it comes to sex, dating,…
My friend, Brandi Simmons, Saved My Life
What is it about getting older that makes us reflect on the people who have passed on that had a significant influence on our life?…
Disability and Relationships: Things to Consider
A lot of people don’t know that I am polyamorous. This means that I have dated and had relationships with multiple people at the same…
My First Black Teacher: Mrs. Gilbert
Black history month was a couple of months ago, but I’ve never been one to stop talking about any group just because their month has…
I May Lose the Right to Vote Because I Am Trans
I may lose the right to vote because I am trans. Read that again. I am currently in a legal fight that may end with…
After Seasons of Playing, What Marvel Rivals Characters are Actually Accessible to Me?
We are now in Season 6 of Marvel Rivals! I’ve been playing since I think season 2 and I am hooked! One thing about me…
Fat-Shaming in Fifth Grade
Content Warning: discussion of fat shaming, ableism Talking about the mistreatment I endured at my school growing up is a large endeavor. It seems there…
My Dad Had A Violent Side And Struggled To Control His Temper
My family life growing up was incredibly chaotic. Part of that chaos was because of the instability of my parents. I’ve spoken a lot about…