Category Archives: The Nitty-Gritty

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

Posted on October 1, 2014 by loverollson

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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Transformation: How Badly Do You Want It?

Posted on September 7, 2014 by loverollson

What an absolutely crazy two months we’ve had. And I must say, that while much of this craziness was caused by yours truly, Megan has been absolutely fabulous in riding the waves that have emerged in the wake of my … Continue reading →

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Tips for Those in the 2014 NMEDA Local Heroes Contest

Posted on February 21, 2014 by loverollson

This morning, our non-accessible Honda Civic was towed and donated to Wheels 4 Hope. It’s been exactly one year since I came home with the dread, knowing that if we didn’t find another method of transportation asap, we would be … Continue reading →

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Around Town: The Interplay of Space and Mobility

Posted on February 5, 2014 by loverollson

Sunday afternoon, we returned from an impromptu lunch with friends and I found myself reflecting on the unexpectedly subtle ways our new found mobility and having access to my power chair while we’re out and about has shifted not only … Continue reading →

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Disability and Relationships: This is No Cookie-Cutter Life

Posted on November 18, 2013 by loverollson

What is it to live a courageous life? That was the question I pondered for the past few weeks, during a time when I reflected on fabulous excitement of publishing our memoir and the past year of speaking to people … Continue reading →

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