“Mending the Broken Toys” from Marco Orlando

by | Jul 29, 2020 | Blog

MENDING THE BROKEN TOYS Marco Orlando No one likes being made to feel like there’s something “wrong” with them, or that they need to be “fixed.” It doesn’t feel good when people think of us as “broken toys.” Yet for so many of us with a disability, it almost feels...

Reformatting The Human Hard Drive from Marco Orlando

by | Jul 15, 2020 | Blog

REFORMATTING THE HUMAN HARD DRIVE Marco Orlando I’ve been coming to terms with my past lately and I’ve been learning to accept that it hasn’t been all bad like I had thought. I internalized a lot of hatred growing up because I had consistently felt less than human....

In The News

by | Jul 7, 2020 | Blog

Over the past weekend there were several articles or news stories done that are either about self-advocates or may affect self-advocates. We wanted to share them with you. First up is a story about Pine Tree Camp that many attend. This story has The Bangor...

DECONSTRUCTING GAMEFACE From Marco Orlando

by | Jul 1, 2020 | Blog

“DECONSTRUCTING GAMEFACE” Marco Orlando For all intents and purposes, wrestling is the foundation that my entire worldview has been built upon. It is what has made the most sense to me and what I’ve understood best. I was hooked on wrestling ever since the late 80s...

Helpful Hospital Information

by | Jun 22, 2020 | Blog

Green Mountain Self Advocates in Vermont have produced a great video and paired it with a written guide put out by the ASAN regarding the Office of Civil Rights statement, in relation to support people being allowed at hospitals and doctors office. This is a great...
Krista’s Boredom Busters – Pasta Salad

Krista’s Boredom Busters – Pasta Salad

by | Jun 19, 2020 | Blog

Welcome everyone. How are you doing today? Who likes to barbeque? What types of food do you like on the grill or to eat? I like nice fresh salads, whether it is a fresh green salad, pasta or macaroni salad. These items go with a nice burger or chicken on the grill....

CAPTAIN DICK ENERGY from Marco Orlando

by | Jun 17, 2020 | Blog

“CAPTAIN DICK ENERGY” Marco Orlando Not everyone in the world is fortunate to have a so-called “nuclear family” and grow up with both a mother and a father. Mine just happens to have a 15-year age difference between them. It made for a unique dynamic when I was...
Krista’s Boredom Busters – Painted Stones

Krista’s Boredom Busters – Painted Stones

by | Jun 12, 2020 | Blog

Welcome back everyone. The weather is getting warmer and it is time to get out and enjoy the sunshine. Some ways I like to enjoy the summer is to work in my flower gardens and planting new flowers. What are some ideas that you have for enjoying the sunny weather?...
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