You know when you have a bad feeling about something? Like a deep down bad feeling in your gut? Well, that’s what Allan and I had when we booked Fusion Festival tickets way back in March of this year. The months leading up the festival had us feeling anxious and questioning whether we actually want to go. We constantly went back and forth wondering what Fusion Festival disabled access and wheelchair accessibility was going to be like. [Read more…] about Fusion Festival Disabled Access & Wheelchair Accessibility Nightmare | Worst Festival Experience Ever
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What I’ve Loved In August
It’s September! How did that happen so quickly? Is it just me or has this year felt like the fastest one yet? Before we know it there will be Christmas trees popping up and festive parties happening all over again. The past few months have been super busy, particularly August and as a result, I have so much content that I can’t wait to share with you. [Read more…] about What I’ve Loved In August
Visiting The Japanese Garden at Cowden In A Wheelchair
Well, the school summer holidays are over in Scotland. It’s been a quick seven weeks. I know most parents are ecstatic that the kids are back to school, but I’ve enjoyed seeing my nephew most days during the week again. To make the most of the days we saw him during this holiday we tried to do lots of fun things. [Read more…] about Visiting The Japanese Garden at Cowden In A Wheelchair
A Quick Raiser Made Daily Hoist Transfers Easy & Safe | Molift Hoist Review
Getting out of bed. Standing up. Going to the toilet. Moving to another seat. Putting a pair of trousers on. These are all things most able-bodied people take for granted. Simple everyday tasks that are barely given a second thought. For wheelchair users who are unable or struggle to stand or walk, these everyday movements or tasks are impossible. [Read more…] about A Quick Raiser Made Daily Hoist Transfers Easy & Safe | Molift Hoist Review
Slowing Down To Smell The Flowers
July has been a slower month for us. Not through choice, but more necessity. Crappy health issues from June lingered its way into July and consequently, the exciting plans we had planned for this month had to be put on hold. So I thought I’d do things a little different for this months ‘Things I’ve Loved In July’ post and share with you a fun, relaxing day I had with my family. [Read more…] about Slowing Down To Smell The Flowers
TheVeganKind Beauty Box Review | June 2019
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TheVeganKind‘s Beauty Box is a bi-monthly subscription box I receive with vegan/cruelty-free make-up and skincare goodies. This is my little treat to myself and I gotta say, I’m loving it. I signed up for the 6-month subscription so this is now my third box, but I’m looking forward to it continuing and receiving the August beauty box soon. [Read more…] about TheVeganKind Beauty Box Review | June 2019
Disabled Barbie Dolls & Inclusive Toys Promote Social Inclusion
Each month I write an opinion column for The Falkirk Herald newspaper. I write about all sorts of things from what I’ve been getting up to, my travels, my day-to-day life, thoughts on accessibility and more. For last months column, I wrote about my childhood, growing up with a disability and the lack of inclusive toys compared to the range of inclusive toys on the market nowadays. [Read more…] about Disabled Barbie Dolls & Inclusive Toys Promote Social Inclusion
What I’ve Loved In June
Wow! June has come and gone in what feels like a blink of an eye. It’s crazy to think that we are halfway through the year already. It would be nice if the second half slowed down, even just a tiny bit. We had quite a few plans for June, but poor health disrupted most of that. Despite how quick this month has been and the disrupted plans, there have been good times and I’m excited about what’s in store for July. [Read more…] about What I’ve Loved In June
Finding A Job With A Disability: My Employment Story | AD
Job hunting can be one of the most daunting and frustrating things for anyone to do. When you have a disability, it can be even more difficult with extra challenges and barriers. Thankfully there are schemes in places to help as well as specialist equipment, legislation and improved employer attitudes and awareness. These can help when finding a job with a disability. [Read more…] about Finding A Job With A Disability: My Employment Story | AD
Being In An Interabled Relationship: Q&A With My Caregiving Boyfriend
I have Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, a progressive muscle wasting condition which mainly affects my arms and legs. This means I can’t lift my arms, have zero strength, no trunk control and unable to walk. I use a powered wheelchair and require the support of carers for most aspects of my daily life. My disability not only affects me, but it also affects those closest to me. T [Read more…] about Being In An Interabled Relationship: Q&A With My Caregiving Boyfriend