October 2006 - Posts

• Labels That Say Too Much

  We live in the age of political correctness - one where medical breakthroughs have made us aware of many reasons for various disadvantages and new disabilities. In many cases, people have struggled all their lives with certain tasks and are getting tested Read More... Posted Friday, October 20, 2006 3:04 PM by Chantal | 0 Comments

• Living with Others - Including the Disability

  My roommates are great people. We have a lot of fun together, and to them I am just one of the crew, even though they’re all able to walk and I am not. They know most of my limitations and do not appear to be bothered that I do not do as many chores around Read More... Posted Friday, October 20, 2006 3:01 PM by Chantal | 0 Comments

• Inability Does Not Mean Incompetence

  Planning leadership development for 15 and 16-year-olds for my job this summer was an internal struggle for me. I knew that physical activity and athleticism had to be part of the program, as many of the participants were very energetic. Furthermore, Read More... Posted Monday, October 02, 2006 12:48 PM by Chantal | 0 Comments

• The Miracle Is That I Don’t Need Healing

  My faith is very important to me. I believe miracles happen everyday, and I know theoretically I could be healed at any moment. At present however, as well as in the foreseeable future, I am meant to use a wheelchair. Members of my church and other people Read More... Posted Monday, October 02, 2006 12:47 PM by Chantal | 1 Comments