When I first heard about Judy Heumann passing away this past weekend, I wanted to believe it was a hoax. She was such an amazing woman, and she had a lot more to offer. Even though she lived for…
Due to Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, I often think about what I would like a child to know about my experiences with cerebral palsy, living with cerebral palsy in this generation, since, let’s face it, the world isn’t especially made…
During the month of February, I often reflect on my journey with love and learning to love myself while living with Cerebral Palsy. Those of you who have followed me for a long time know that I have experienced difficulties…
You can gain ideas from your childhood. Put things in perspective. In recent times, I’ve been reflecting on my childhood, family, vacations, memories, and much more, which inspired me to begin writing about those experiences from the perspective of a…
I am often reminded of how society treats people with disabilities as we approach the holiday season, and if St. Nick was real, I would wish for one thing. Rather than walk or be cured of this condition, we want…
I recently published my brand new book, I love you in a special way, which features Cane Walker, a 21-year-old born with cerebral palsy who communicates with society using an ACC Device. During his time at South Plantation High School,…
As World Cerebral Palsy Day approaches, I consider what I would like people to know about my condition. The first thing to note is that cerebral palsy does not go away once you reach adulthood – although I wish it…
As I look through the screen and see the face of Nicholas Cruz, the Parkland school shooter, and what who’s the best team has to say about the crimes he committed, I am filled with anger and frustration. I agree…
In my life with Cerebral Palsy I have been exposed to many forms of Ableism whether it was noticeable or not and we continue as a society to struggle with the different terms for Ableism. Most people ask me how…
Hey Everyone, I have been trying to find an orthopedic surgeon who will perform my hip reconstructive surgery for the past few years. I had a hip dislocation surgery in 2001, and then a year later I had a second…