This will be short a sweet. Many women my age are going through peri menopause if not full menopause. The symptoms are nuts and no one talks about it. Brain fog, weight gain, horrible and irregular periods, heart palpations, to dry skin. Many woman if not most woman are dismissed by their primary care physicians… Continue reading IDD and Basic Healthcare
I have been in Manatee county for 10 years and nothing has changed. The latest abuse case hits too close to home. Teacher and teaching assistant decided it was ok to tie down an autistic nonverbal child. The former superintendent was well aware of the abuse happening before this incident and personally emailed her on… Continue reading Abuse in Florida
I want to share my experience of attending a mandatory DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) training. I felt really upset during the session because I strongly believe that every person should be treated equally, regardless of their background. However, the training didn't cover the topic of disability which was disappointing. We need to see everyone… Continue reading Why?
The holidays can be an incredibly challenging time for anyone, but for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one, it can feel even more overwhelming. Imagine if you are unable to speak and express your emotions. Navigating grief during this season requires a delicate journey of healing and recovery. Although it might… Continue reading Navigating Grief During the Holidays
I despise this time of year, with the overwhelming flood of social media posts about the blue pumpkins for autism awareness. It infuriates me to see these well-intentioned individuals sharing these memes, blissfully unaware of the realities and challenges faced by those with disabilities. It angers me because I know firsthand the immense impact a… Continue reading #nomorebluepumpkins
