Category Archives: deaf girl

That Deaf Student…

I went to school differently than most students of a disability do today. Back then, the Americans with Disabilities Act was on the forefront. Some doctors would advise that we be sent away to a boarding school for the Deaf or “solitary” you say. Just because no one knew exactly what to do with us.Continue reading “That Deaf Student…”

That Deaf Massage Therapist…

That move to VA wasn’t going to happen unless I found a job. Unfortunately, there was a period of time where people lost their jobs, unemployment rate was going up, no one was hiring….It sucked. I worked for this agency out of college outside of Philadelphia for a couple of years working with children ofContinue reading “That Deaf Massage Therapist…”

That Deaf Crossfitter…

I’ve danced all my life. It was something I ate, slept, and breathed for. After my short professional career, I tried to keep on dancing. I was taking dance classes here and there and even thought about trying out for the Washington Redskins and Wizards after my move. (Never happened. I’m still pretty faithful toContinue reading “That Deaf Crossfitter…”

That Deaf Dancer…

Dancing has saved my life. Period. I had been dancing for nearly 23 years. From that tiny basement to professional level. Yah, professional! That’s when it all finally paid off. Go me! Why, you say? Well duh. Growing up was not always easy. Countless days of bullying and taunting allowed me to be free inContinue reading “That Deaf Dancer…”

Be Awesome

So where do I begin? This was something I’ve thought of for a long time and never really expressed to anyone about it until a few days ago. Fortunately, I’ve received a ton of support to move forward with this. Because I’m awesome. No really. I’m damn awesome. Support systems are what keeps you goingContinue reading “Be Awesome”