Author: Shari Cooper

Change In 2024

As I roll into 2024, I’ve been pondering what I can do to better myself. I’m not down with making resolutions because I can never seem to keep them, but I do want to make a few changes. I think my need for change is because I turned 50 years old last year and I... Read more »
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Our College Experience By Shari Cooper & Matthew Rizer

Attending college is an experience and Everyone’s experience is different. For me, it was good most of the time, but there were some days, I wanted to throw in the towel.   As a person with a disability my major issue with college came from the inability to use my hands to write. I’m sure... Read more »
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Mentors Mean So Much

January is National Mentorship Month! A few years back, I mentioned a few mentors that had really had an impact on my life including, my elementary principal Peter Lanasa, United Cerebral Palsy’s past Executive Director, Thomas Bankston, and my neighbor, Pearl (Cookie) Cook. Since it’s National Mentorship Month, I wanted to mention a few more.... Read more »
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Arrivederci

Once again, it’s time to say goodbye to another year. Twenty twenty-three was a good year! My year started out with me turning fifty years old. I celebrated my milestone birthday in the city that never sleeps, Las Vegas, along with my favorite guy. To say I had a blast would be an understatement. And... Read more »
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Holiday Festivities Inclusion

Recently, I was invited to a holiday party that I was excited about going too. I had anticipated my outfit, hairdo, and even my fragrance. Imagine my saltiness when I was later informed the venue where the party was being held was up a flight of steps? I was also informed that if I still... Read more »
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Strong Man Mentality

I’ve watched a few strong man competitions on television. The physicality’s that goes in to becoming a strong man are very in-depth. I often wonder what would make a man want to go through such an experience, but I’m guessing the reward of completing such an event is very gratifying. A competition such as this... Read more »
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It Really Is A Wonderful Life

We’ve come to the time of year when many are preparing to celebrate the holiday season. During this time of year, I have many traditions that help me get in the holiday spirit. One of my traditions, as you probably know, is watching holiday movies. Many know Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer is my all-time... Read more »
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Let The Accessible Gaming Begin

Often, I watch my 18-year-old nephew as he plays his PlayStation 5 and let me tell you, I am in aww on how well he can play. I also see the same excitement in my brother’s eyes at age 52 as he plays. It’s apparent that gamers have no age limit; for many individuals love... Read more »
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Giving Thanks 2023

As Thanksgiving 2023 approaches, I find myself giving thanks all-around. As always, I’m thankful for the typical; good health, family, friends, work, and an abundance of great opportunities. This year, I’d like to spotlight my thanks for my cell phone. I know it may sound funny, but my cell phone opens a tremendous amount of... Read more »
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