Unlocking accessibility

Breaking Barriers: Why Accessibility Needs More Than Just a Sign

If you had the power to change one law, what would it be and why? Breaking Barriers: Why Accessibility Needs More Than Just a Sign Navigating buildings when you’re disabled can sometimes feel like being invited to a secret club, only to find out the secret handshake is impossible to perform. Picture this: You find…

Morning Motivation: Cherishing Life’s Simple Gifts

How do significant life events or the passage of time influence your perspective on life? At 36, my MS diagnosis cast a new light on life’s path, turning struggles into pieces of a larger puzzle. It explained the trips, the unexpected falls, and brief moments of double vision. While some symptoms have faded, others, like…

The Procrastination Box: Conquering the Chaos of the ‘For Later’ Pile Before a New Week Begins

Something on your “to-do list” that never gets done. The later box. We all have that one spot in our homes – a drawer, a corner, or in my case, a box. It’s where intentions go to pause, a temporary home for items we plan to deal with ‘later.’ But as days turn into weeks,…

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If I Won the Lottery: Accessibility, Giving Back, and Living with Purpose

What would you do if you won the lottery? Winning the lottery wouldn’t just be about luxury—for me, it would be about transformation. As a mom living with MS, my first priority would be to create a fully accessible home that supports both independence and comfort.Building a Life Without Barriers✔ Mortgage? Paid off.✔ Home adaptations?…

Books I want to Read in My Journey of Calm and Gratitude

What books do you want to read? I’ve handpicked a few books for my reading list that truly resonate with me, especially as someone living with MS. Gratitude has reshaped my perspective, and maintaining organization isn’t just a preference—it’s essential to keep stress away. I’m all set to dive into these books, reminded of the…

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Our Family’s Heartwarming New Traditions: Coloring Joy and Honoring Heroes

Write about a few of your favorite family traditions. This year, our family started two incredibly special traditions. The first was a delightful visit to a local nursing home with my son’s Boy Scout troop at Christmas. It was a magical experience watching the Scouts color in pages I had designed. Their excitement in sharing…

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Morning Magic: Coloring My Way to Mindfulness Before the Gym

What do you enjoy doing most in your leisure time? Before my gym session, I have this perfect morning moment. It’s still dark, and I’m sitting there, feet firmly planted on the floor, feeling totally grounded. With my coloring book that I’ve designed myself, and a flashlight for light, I dive as I work through…

Chasing Giants: My Quest for the Elusive Aquarium and its Majestic Hippos

Name an attraction or town close to home that you still haven’t got around to visiting. Growing up near Brighton Beach, with childhood memories of my mom working at the New York Aquarium in Brooklyn, I’ve always had a fondness for aquatic life. However, despite living in New Jersey, I have yet to visit the…