A letter from Speaking Up For US

March 14, 2020 Dear Self Advocates and Supporters, We are all aware that COVID-19 also known as the Coronavirus has made its way to Maine. Here at SUFU, we want you to know that we take your health and safety seriously. It is really hard to ‘stay calm’ when it seems...

“FRIENDS WHO DON’T SUCK” from Marco Orlando

“FRIENDS WHO DON’T SUCK” Marco Orlando We all want friends. It’s one of those universal basic human needs. It should make us all feel good to have friends. Having friends and spending time with them regularly is important to our wellbeing. It should feel good to have...
Guest post from Abbott Philson

Guest post from Abbott Philson

Today we welcome Abbott Philson, Portland Chapter member, and Chair of the Board of Directors to the blog. I want to share with you about a new experience for me. A former teacher of mine asked me last year if I was still singing. I used to be part of a chorus in high...

“Under Review” from Marco Orlando

“UNDER REVIEW” Marco Orlando In the NFL, the head coach of each team carries a red challenge flag on their person during every game. Each head coach is permitted to use this challenge flag twice during each game to initiate a booth review of certain plays to either...
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