Author: Shari Cooper

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 »

I recently purchased an air-fryer and I love it. It’s so simple to use and for me that’s great. I’m not much of a cook due to the physical limitations of my disability. So far, I’ve mastered cooking wings and sausages. My favorite part of my new air-fryer is it requires little clean up and... Read more »

Slowly but surely, after a long two years of dealing with Covid, the world is at least opening back up to some of the normal activities that we have had in the past. I’m so happy life is resuming to some things that we have enjoyed because I’ve missed many traditional activities.  I have missed... Read more »

During my journey of advocacy, I’ve met a lot of amazing people. Terri Thrower is one of those people. In the two years I’ve know Terri, I’ve found she has a great passion for creating opportunities for others to share their voice. Her perspective of living life with a disability is so unique and refreshing... Read more »

I just celebrated my 20-year anniversary with my current employer, Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley. When I think about my work anniversary, I get kind of emotional. I had to jump over many hurdles before I landed my job.  To know that I overcame those obstacles makes me extremely proud. As a person with a disability,... Read more »

Today, October 6th, is World Cerebral Palsy Day! Although there are many disabilities affecting people in the world today, I must say, I’m partial to cerebral palsy (CP). I have CP and even though it poses its daily challenges, I take full ownership of it. I’m not here to inspire the world just because I... Read more »

Over my 48 years of life, I’ve been asked some strange questions. I used to think everyone gets asked the same type of questions. I later learned, the odd questions coming my way were generated because I have a disability. When I was young and people would ask me strange and inappropriate questions, it used... Read more »

The definition of gratitude is the quality of being thankful or readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness or appreciation. No matter who you are, there will be times in your life in which someone has shown you the gesture of what true humanity is; National Gratitude Day is this week and I... Read more »

During the past year, I’ve been doing many things to improve myself and make changes that I needed to make me a better me. So, I wanted to celebrate Self Improvement Month by updating everyone on what I have been working on in hopes that it inspires you to look around and revaluate your priorities.... Read more »

I love my dog, Tiny! I must admit, although I like dogs, I never wanted one of my own, until Tiny entered my life three years ago. It’s funny that even though she can’t talk, we communicate well. I know when she’s hungry, doesn’t feel well, wants a belly rub, or wants to play. In... Read more »