Author: Shari Cooper

Today, is National Make a Dream Come True Day and I’m truly a dream wisher. All my life I have dreamed about the inevitable. I believe we all have a little dream-wisher inside of us. Think about it, if you never dream, what do you have to look forward too. As I think about the... Read more »

Today is National Technology Day and I’m excited! As a person with a disability, technology has opened my world to live a life filled with independence. Not only has various technologies helped me, but it has also helped many of my peers. Thanks to the Ohio Tech Ambassador’s Network and the Tech Ambassadors, many others... Read more »

As 2021 comes to an end, I would like to take a minute to reflect. So many things happened this year that sometimes you forget to stop and count your blessings. It for sure was a very interesting year. I returned to work after being off for nine months due to the pandemic. I had... Read more »

I love to watch Holiday movies to get into the holiday spirit. As I mentioned in a post, a few years ago, my all-time favorite is Rudolph The Red Nose Reindeer. Most all of you know the story of Rudolph, but I’m always fascinated by his friends that he encountered on the Island of Misfit... Read more »

One of my favorite songs during the Holiday Season is It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year because it brings back memories celebrating the holidays with my family. My family is big into celebrating the holidays and we love hanging out with one another. One of my favorite holiday memories is with my brother,... Read more »

I love shopping! Shopping for anything is what I do in my past-time and it makes me extremely happy. Many refer to shopping as retail therapy. For those of you who agree, shopping is a time to chill-out and look around for things you want or need. Another cool thing about shopping, sometimes you’ll discover... Read more »

Have you ever wondered how disabilities are perceived around the world?  And who is advocating for change? Well, wonder no more, because in this post, guest-blogger Linda Pelfrey breaks down disabilities in the world in her own unique way. Open your mind as Linda’s words take you on a journey. Shari   On December 3rd,... Read more »

This year’s Thanksgiving will be even more special. For the last two years, many couldn’t come together due to social distancing caused by covid; But now, many are able to gather and celebrate. I’m so thankful for many things, including my family, peace of mind, friends, independence, job, organizations, task forces, boards, and committees that... Read more »

Have you ever lost something while traveling on an airline? Perhaps, you’ve lost luggage, a phone, wallet, or even a purse. And, although upset and inconvenienced, none of these things stopped you from physically moving around. If only I could have just lost my luggage when on my fall vacation to Seattle, Washington. The airline... Read more »

I’m so lucky to have many friends who are great advocates; Nathan Turner is one of them. He’s an image of, singer/song writer Nina Simone’s song, To Be Young Gifted and Black! Nathan can discuss and explain what the Stable Account is and how to manage it.  This account is set up specifically for persons... Read more »