I went kayaking this summer – not once, but twice! Woohoo! That might not seem like a big deal to you, but for me, it was huge! I finished chemo a few months ago and I’m slowly getting my energy and strength back. I also have a disability called CMT (Charcot-Marie-Tooth), which causes me to… Continue reading Kayaking…
Red brick path to Avon Country Deli Who doesn’t love a delicious, hearty breakfast on a dreary day? My breakfast at the Avon Country Deli did not disappoint. I had one of the specials: a large, fluffy fig and brie omelet, home fries and sourdough toast. What was disappointing, however, was trying to find a… Continue reading Follow The Red Brick Road
By Lisa Salvatore Some days I don’t feel disabled or handicapped. I’ll park in a distant parking spot, and confidently walk into the store or restaurant. I want to exclaim to the passersby – hey, look at me, I parked in that far-away spot, way over there! Other days, I may appear strong and healthy,… Continue reading Handicap Pitfalls
September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness month. My plan had been to inundate you all (lovingly!) with updates on my Facebook page, Instagram page and blog with Ovarian Cancer facts and share my personal story. Well, that hasn’t happened. As usual, a busy life got in the way of my best intentions. Interestingly, this month also… Continue reading My Awareness Month!
I was out and about at the Celebrate the Valley fair in Granby a few weekends ago and there was one booth that jumped out at me. It was called Strong Poss-Abilities. It reminded me of my blog Finding Abilities! Read below about Tessa and this great new training facility available to individuals with special… Continue reading Feature Friday! Tessa Eichelberger: Strong Poss-Abilities
Photo by Black ice on Pexels.com · I am one in 2,500. · I am one in 75. · I’m 1 in 3. It is MY awareness month. And you get a two-for-one with me. September is Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) Awareness Month. It’s also Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month. Yes, I have both conditions and I want… Continue reading My Month, My Numbers
I did it! I finally accepted the fact that I have a disability and requested a handicap room for my vacation in Ogunquit, Maine. My need for a handicap room is mostly to avoid any potential stairs leading to or from the room and an accessible bathroom setup. I need a walk-in shower. The room… Continue reading Handicap Accessible?
Let’s talk shoes. This week I was asked to participate in a promotional video for work. My portion probably lasted about 10 seconds, but it was still very exciting. The first script I read had me walking forward to join the key note speaker. I freaked out (just a bit)! What shoes would I wear?… Continue reading Let's Talk Shoes….
What? You've never heard of this condition? Well, neither had I, which is what makes having an awareness month so important. I learned about this debilitating disease when my friend's daughter was diagnosed after 4 months of intermittent issues with severe vertigo, seizures, panic attacks, severe joint pain, chest pain and double vision. It was… Continue reading June Is Myasthenia Gravis Awareness Month….
Every person with a disability has a story. Maybe they were born with a disability or they became disabled due to an accident or were injured serving their country. Maybe it was something that was dormant, hiding and waiting until they got older when the symptoms and disease presented itself. Maybe it was hereditary. Maybe… Continue reading Timing Is Everything….
Finding Abilities 