Top Five Misconceptions about Those with Physical Disabilities
In honor of the proposed bill that Massachusetts wants to pass (under the guise of protecting those who cannot protect themselves – even though there are already laws out there…
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Day 1 – Making My Elevator Pitch…
I’m taking part in Darren Rowse’s 31 Days to Build a Better Blog Challenge. It’s day one of the blog challenge and the first assignment is called ‘Writing an Elevator…
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The Top Ten Reasons “I’m Thankful” For the MDA
The Muscular Dystrophy Association has been a part of my life since I was four years old. Since so many people are saying those of us with MD should be…
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Reader’s Email: Get Over Jerry Lewis!
I responded to a reader email I received concerning my feelings for Jerry Lewis, who believes those of us in wheelchairs need to stay in our houses.
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Oscar Patronizes the Disabled Community
I’m ashamed to want to be a part of the film industry right now. The Executive Director of the Academy of Motion Pictures, Bruce Davis, responded to a letter by…
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Protest the Oscars Because of Jerry Lewis
With all my heart, I’m asking you to do one thing. Don’t watch the Oscars this weekend. If you’re dying to find out the winners, I’m sure they’ll be announced…
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Dominick Speaks Disability…and About How Cool He is
So, yeah. I was interviewed by Ashtyn, on video. This is me talking about my disability. I show off how I can move my leg (a little) and I also…
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Chris Matthews Owes Those of Us in Wheelchairs Apologies!
Yesterday, I watched the inauguration of President Obama on CNN. I don’t often watch other channels, because a lot of them try to go into the negative aspects of a…
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Getting a Wheelchair Accessible Van
I’ve had wheelchair accessible vans, in the past. Originally, they didn’t cost nearly as much as they do today. There were more resources out there, willing and able to help…
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Thank You to Everyone for Helping Make this a Special Christmas
I am truly honored to be able to tell you we raised $380 for our families with Muscular Dystrophy ($330 of it online). I cannot thank the Twitter community enough….