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New Airline Rule Protecting Wheelchairs

If you follow my blog, you know I’ve had some unfortunate experiences when it comes to flying. You may remember one airline lost my scooter a few years ago. I landed in Seattle and my scooter was in North Carolina. I’ve also witnessed airline personnel treating my scooter like random baggage. If you’ve even seen... Read more »
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Everybody Get Your Read On

April is National Read a Book Month. Since my passion is all about disability awareness, I like to focus on authors with disabilities. Advocates around Ohio are really doing an amazing job publishing books that are good reads. The following are three recommendations from my personal library. Renee Wood, who I’m happy to call a... Read more »
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Why Can’t Service Dogs Come In? The ADA Says They Can

Let’s talk about the elephant in the room: the recent story of a business not allowing a service dog into a public establishment. You would think by now everyone would know about service dogs and the need for them, but some just don’t want them in their establishment. Keaton, a little boy, was so excited... Read more »
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Accessible Ride Share

When my favorite guy and I go on vacation, I must do my homework to see what accessible transportation is available in the city we’re visiting. Usually, when we travel to a big tourist destination like Las Vegas or Orlando, where finding accessible transportation isn’t an issue. As a matter of fact, there are always... Read more »
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Who Runs The World, GIRLS

One of my favorite music artists is Beyoncé. I love that she recorded a song called “Who Runs the World, Girls?” In honor of Women’s History Month, I like to honor a few women who are making an impact in the world.   Have you ever heard of Victoria Canal? If not, you will. Victoria,... Read more »
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Everyone Deserves A Dream By: Cindy Carusone

Celebrate Disability Awareness Month by learning about the great programs and services Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley offer from guest blogger Cindy Carusone. Shari March is Disability Awareness Month – a time to reflect on the importance of creating inclusive communities for individuals with disabilities. For parents like me, it’s also a time to recognize the... Read more »
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Digital Learning Skills Opens Doors

I’ve had computer literacy since I was a little girl. Because of my disability, which prevented me from using my hands well, the computer was introduced to me at a young age. Thanks to learning how to use a computer, I’m independent. I’m able to work, pay my own bills, write, enjoy social media and... Read more »
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Fly Eagles Fly on The Way to Accessibility

The stage is set for the big game on February 9th between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs. Now, I’m a Cincinnati Bengals fan, but since they didn’t make it to the big game this year, I’ll just pacify myself with the hope that we’ll make it next year. As always, I’m looking... Read more »
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