With each generation language evolves, & one of the driving factors behind this change is the words we use to describe each other. While the n-word was…… Read more “The D-Word.”
Live Long And Prosper.
There is a certain type of Star Trek fan that likes to wax lyrical about how Star Trek Discovery, the latest iteration of the science-fiction saga, is…… Read more “Live Long And Prosper.”
Born Survivor: Yet Another Short Story.
I was at home when I encountered my first victim of the sickness. My mum had come back from work early saying that she didn’t feel very…… Read more “Born Survivor: Yet Another Short Story.”
Inspired.
Being referred to as an inspiration should be a compliment. It means your influence has impacted others, caused them to change their behaviours, or take action on…… Read more “Inspired.”
Pro-Disabled.
Trigger Warning: abortion. Recently it seems that civil rights are regressing, evidenced by the introduction of overly strict abortion laws in Alabama with multiple other states looking…… Read more “Pro-Disabled.”
The Blogger Recognition Award Strikes Back.
Happy birthday to me! Arrogant as this sounds, I have genuinely lost track of how many awards I have received for my writing (I’m bad at counting).…… Read more “The Blogger Recognition Award Strikes Back.”
Solving the Wrong Problem.
Recently this video did the rounds. On the surface it looks incredible; someone went to the trouble of developing a wheelchair that could climb stairs, thus solving…… Read more “Solving the Wrong Problem.”
M.E Awareness Week: Day 7.
Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 are available by clicking each number. In loving memory of Sylvia Everritt, 23rd September 1931 – 9th May 2019,…… Read more “M.E Awareness Week: Day 7.”
M.E Awareness Week: Day 6.
Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are available by clicking on each number. Relapses. Mum’s illness was progressing, and it affected her everyday life. She was…… Read more “M.E Awareness Week: Day 6.”
M.E Awareness Week: Day 5.
Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are available by clicking each number. Trigger Warning: mention of suicide. The Return to School. CAMHS had been informed of…… Read more “M.E Awareness Week: Day 5.”
Diary of a Disabled Person. 