Category Archives: Megan's Blogs

Not Your Everyday Blog Post: Disability, Chronic Illness, and Politics

My mother was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in her early 20’s, though she probably had symptoms much younger than that. At the time, MS was an unknown medical mystery, one in which she lived with throughout her lifetime. During her … Continue reading

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Importance of the Balance Between Sustainability and Service

What is the balance between sustainability and service? This is a question we have been working through the last few years. When we published our memoir, Ink in the Wheels: Stories to Make Love Roll, our vision and service was … Continue reading

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Being Told No: Disability and What You Can’t Do

My Facebook page has lit up recently with a baby boom, colors of blue or pink, and strips of sonograms sprinkle the page. For those who have children, it brings smiles to their faces, reminders of their own children when … Continue reading

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Spring Mini- Blog Tour: 4 Q’s Answered

I know, I know, it’s been a while since we’ve posted in our blog. And you’re wondering what we’re up to. If you know Barton’s smile, you know it involved mischief! First, Barton and I are excited to be revamping … Continue reading

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A Trip of a Lifetime: Speaking at the MV-1 Launch Event

March certainly was a whirlwind of an adventure! We started the month out with a trip of a lifetime, as we were invited to attend the 2014 launch of the MV-1 at Mobility Ventures in South Bend, IN. Right away, … Continue reading

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