Source: Stock Photo from DepositPhotos So I've been trying really hard to keep up with my exercise regimen at home, especially now that I'm reducing the number of formal physical therapy sessions during the week. My regimen includes stretching and strengthening exercises like straight leg raises and bridges, among others. I've tried to do these… Continue reading Onboard the Home Exercise Struggle Bus
Category: Daily Life
Conquering Stairs
Over the years, stairs and I have had a complicated relationship at best. It started when I was young. My old house was a duplex and the stairs didn't have a railing yet as we had just moved in. I know, I know. What were my parents thinking, not putting in a railing right away… Continue reading Conquering Stairs
Being Physically Disabled During a Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has now invaded pretty much all aspects of our daily lives. It's on everybody's mind, on all TV sets turned to the news channel. Society is afraid and the media breeds on fear. I'm willing to bet that disabled folks out there are afraid, too. Disabled lives are just as valuable as… Continue reading Being Physically Disabled During a Pandemic
My Personal Lifeguard, My Fish in the Sea
I've just returned from vacation somewhere sunny with my boyfriend; my love. We spent lots of time by the beach and pool. It was plenty relaxing, which is exactly what we wanted this time around. I personally prefer the beach over the pool, but if I decide to actually go in the water, I opt… Continue reading My Personal Lifeguard, My Fish in the Sea
Thou Shalt Not Fly? Or Walk, Rather
Whenever I travel it's a generally positive experience, save for a bit of anxiety I experience about flying. Although, I'm happy to say that over the summer I conquered flying a big trip solo for the very first time. I had managed to get to the West Coast without much incident or hassle. I'm all… Continue reading Thou Shalt Not Fly? Or Walk, Rather
What The Tinman and I Have in Common
I'm willing to bet that everybody has seen the original Wizard of Oz starring Judy Garland. You're probably familiar with the classic characters Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion, and Tinman. One wanted a brain, the other courage, and the last a heart. We all know how that story ends. They all had those qualities within them the… Continue reading What The Tinman and I Have in Common
The Spastic Diplege 