Stop Excluding Your Disabled Relatives – It’s Ableist
One of the most egregious things my family ever did to me was exclude me. I was born with a neuromuscular disability, which is progressive. What that means is that…
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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? I’ve lost many people since…
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 Pam, my mother, and how…
OCD is Hereditary – Mental Illness is in Families
People don’t understand that hoarding has roots in OCD. One of the things I deal with is obsessive compulsive disorder and I’ve had signs of this since childhood. It’s also…
When You’re Your Family’s Shame
When I was nine years old I had to apologize to my family for being disabled. I’ve always been my family’s secret shame.
Dear Pam – A Letter on Mother’s Day
Dear Pam, It’s Mother’s Day. This is a day I once felt great pain over, but now I feel indifference. When was the last time we talked on a Mother’s…
SMA Awareness Month: Day 2 – Realistic Capabilities
Dominick discusses how parents should treat their kids with SMA. He looks at how capable people with SMA are.
What is the Solution for People with Disabilities who Require Expensive Equipment
Living with a disability can be very expensive. It costs way more to live with a disability than it costs the average person to live their life. There are a…
Yes, I am your Token Trans Friend
I truly understand I am probably your token transgender friend, but here are a few things to keep in mind in relation to that.
It Takes a Village to Raise a Child
My dream is to create a village of loving adults to raise our children together. It takes a village, and every child in mine with know they are loved and cared for dearly.