Lovemore
Lismore has long had a reputation for its big heart, but exploring it from a new perspective – thanks to my sister’s mobility scooter – really drove home how special … Read the rest “Lovemore”
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A trip at the theatre
I had my first really embarrassing public fall at the Lyric Theater tonight. I can’t be sure if it was someone’s handbag on the floor, or someone’s feet, or the … Read the rest “A trip at the theatre”
This Working Life on Radio National
I made a brief appearance on radio today (Radio National) sharing my experience of acquired disability and returning to the workplace after my lower right limb amputation.
It’s by no … Read the rest “This Working Life on Radio National”
Pants That Fit
Since my lower leg amputation last year, finding pants that fit comfortably over my prosthetic leg has been a real challenge. I went through several different prosthetics over the last … Read the rest “Pants That Fit”
First national conference on Disability in Australian Media – Day Two
The words hung in the air, powerful and poignant. ‘My support worker is my pair of hands. They’re an extension of my body,’ Emily Dash, actor, writer, and disability advocate, … Read the rest “First national conference on Disability in Australian Media – Day Two”
“Disability Awareness Week”
On late Friday, I booked an appointment with a massage therapist, Shane. Not only is he a skilled therapist with a city practice, he’s also my neighbor, and has followed … Read the rest ““Disability Awareness Week””