Category: Make Things Happen

Today’s blog topic comes from my friend, Melissa! I have been a fan of many recording artists in my life including Prince, Michael Jackson, New Edition, and Whitney Houston. Although a fan of many, I never joined anyone’s fan club. Instead, when I was younger, I would listen to my favorite artists’ music, repeatedly, driving... Read more »

Some disabilities are invisible like epilepsy. Often, when a disability is invisible people make assumptions that are not accurate. You’re in for a treat because today’s blogger, Matthew Rizer, is not only going to break down what epilepsy is, he’s also going to tell you how you can help. Take it away Matt. The floor... Read more »

In the fairy tale story of Cinderella, her desire was to meet a prince and fall in love. Just like the fairy tale, most people would also like to find a prince or princess to fall in love with. Even if you meet him or her and you don’t fall in love, the least you... Read more »

Halloween is coming, and I’m excited. In the past, I’ve dressed up as a maid, referee, and a cowgirl. All costumes were cute but in the back of my mind I was always thinking, I wish there was a way I could incorporate my scooter that I use for mobility purposes. In my opinion, when... Read more »

It’s Disability Employment Month. Once again, I’m here to celebrate it. Employment for my community is just as important to us as it is for anyone else. To be gainfully employed truly enhances one’s quality of life. Today’s guest-blogger, Beth Johnson, loves her job at Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley and is here to share what... Read more »

Although I’m proud to be an advocate, there’re times when I need others to advocate for me. Growing up, my mother was my advocate. If not for my mom, I truly don’t know where I’d be now.  I’m appreciative that when I need help, I have a community I can call on including, the Super... Read more »

Is it ever acceptable to laugh at disabilities? I laugh all the time when something happens that pertains to my disability. Sometimes funny things happen, and I personally think life is too short to be so uptight. Now, let me clarify, there’s a big difference between laughing at an unharmful funny incident instead of making... Read more »

Unfortunately, living and growing up in world as a black boy poses its own set of challenges. As an aunt of many nephews who are black, I find myself worried every time they walk out of the door. I constantly tell them, don’t wear their hood on their heads while walking or while in a... Read more »

Suicide is something people just don’t often talk about. I think people are scared to speak on this matter, but it’s a subject that needs to be discussed to help people who are struggling. A parent’s job is to nurture and provide for their child even through difficult situations. I’m so happy today’s guest-blogger was... Read more »

One thing student’s look forward to during their high school years is graduation. The act of the graduation ceremony is somewhat a rite of passage into adulthood. To walk in unison with your peers, while all are graced in their cap and gown, showing school spirit is just a beautiful thing to witness. As if... Read more »