Inspirational
Most disabled and chronically ill people wince at the word, “inspiration(al)”. It seems harmless initially, but the toxic positive people and a specific breed of condescending ableists have made it anything but harmless.
Chronic SOS - September 21, 2023
Like most people, I watched the new Barbie movie (and loved it). In it, the women hold all the positions of power, like all the government positions and believe that the real world is the same.
So it made me think - what if it was true, what would that look like?
September 11
TW: terrorism, 9/11, violence, death
I'm six years old and sitting at my desk in my first grade classroom. We were learning about nouns and adjectives, but the teacher next door comes in and whispers something to Mrs. King. She pauses and brings in one of the TV carts.
Queer Disabled People in History
Disabled people and queer people alike are both likely to be hidden, but both have existed for as long as humanity has - as have queer disabled people. Those who rose to historical prominence often have those parts of their identities shrouded by the world - or at least it's attempted.
Chronic SOS - May 5, 2023
Over the years, Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a celebration of Mexican heritage in the United States.
This year, I'd like to focus on a famous Mexican artist who struggled with chronic pain and health issues: Frida Kahlo.