A LONG ROAD, BUT I DID IT

The road to achieving my goals of getting an undergrad and a master's degree was bumpy, filled with potholes and naysayers. I was on the verge of quitting, but my career took a different path. I did not become a social worker, graduate school in the 80s is not something I'd wish to repeat. I can say with pride that I got through it. I did not let the naysayers stop me.

 

MELVYN WAS A GREAT MAN

 I learned so much from Melvyn. Your life can still be meaningful despite being in an LTC.  He did not demand respect; his presence commanded it. 

MY WACKY STREAM OF CONSCIOUSNESS ON A MONDAY

This video has a little bit of everything. From my favorite bands and books to Insta. Check it out.

 

I'M A SQUARE PEG TRYING TO FIT IN

I am a square peg (square being the operative word) trying to fit into a world that was not made for people with disabilities. Trying to adapt. Trying to be seen and heard, If I go out to dinner, I expect to be included in the conversation of those I'm dining with. Not to just eat my food while the others in the group chatter away. I try to break into the conversation, but I am ignored. I am the only person with a disability. I was good for a smiling photo op of the group. I was invited; not included. This was not my first time. It won't be the last. 

I am grateful to friends and family who accept and include me for me. 

 

A BABY BEAR IS BORN

Illustrations by Gerrie Brinker

My book would not have become a reality without my family's unwavering support.

SHE WAS THE BEST

JoAnn took this photo of me with Paulette

 So many memories. JoAnn was like a sister to me. 

GOSSIP GIRL IN A THNUNDERSTORM

 

I loved Rona Barrett, her magazines, and TV specials.  As a teen, she was my idol.

Tornado sirens, hail, and wind. Every storm my mind\ goes back to the storm on Good Friday, April 22, 2011

My favorite magazine

   Thunder and lightning yikes.