Author Archives: My Bleeding Ink

The Starfish Story

Posted on November 29, 2010 by My Bleeding Ink

I first heard this story from a friend of mine that I went to Guatemala with in February 2008. He lived there for 17 months before my visit and it was his first trip back. It was my first trip … Continue reading →

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Welcome To Holland (with a note at the end from yours truly)

Posted on November 29, 2010 by My Bleeding Ink

Welcome To Holland By Emily Perl Kingsley I am often asked to describe the experience of raising a child with a disability – to try to help people who have not shared that unique experience to understand it, to imagine … Continue reading →

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Credo for Support

Posted on November 29, 2010 by My Bleeding Ink

Credo for Support Do not see my disability as a problem. Recognize that my disability is an attribute. Do not see my disability as a deficit. It is you who see me as deviant and helpless. Do not try to … Continue reading →

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