Content note for the Day of Mourning, filicide, and a much longer post than I meant to write. _ On March 1st, we participated in the Disability Day of Mourning to honor disabled victims of filicide. Every year, a new list of names is shared - adding to the hundreds of names that has been … Continue reading Year Seven
Tag: backlog
Revisions
Another backlog post from December 2023, because I forgot it was in my drafts. Oops. Content note for medical/surgery things: Once again, I recently had surgery to revise my sacral nerve stimulator. Turns out the battery somehow managed to flip sideways - which was not pleasant. Other than being allergic to an adhesive, the operation … Continue reading Revisions
Lifelines: Direct Support Professionals
Once again, I recently said goodbye to another wonderful caregiver. I’m very sad to see her go, but I also understand. She’s going into nursing school and I know she’s going to do great. When she left, she sent me a goodbye present that I’m very grateful for - a package with recipes/instructions and some … Continue reading Lifelines: Direct Support Professionals
Kids
The weather was lovely and sunny the other day, which meant picnic in the park! My caregiver brought some chalk and bubbles with us - and a lot of the children there (and parents!) decided they wanted to join in. None of the kids were bothered by me using AAC, or even my wheelchair. In … Continue reading Kids
Just Keep Stimming 