Recent discussions highlight misunderstandings about disabilities and employment. Severe disabilities impact daily life, not intelligence. The anecdotes of a dyslexic writer and a polio survivor illustrate how barriers persist despite legal protections. Accommodations enable contributions, promoting fairness, but challenges remain. Inclusivity helps society benefit from diverse talents and perspectives.
Stuff They Don’t Want You to Know: Enola Gay
Recent controversy surrounds a government official's alleged attempt to erase the Enola Gay from history, amid claims of erasing DEI narratives. The Enola Gay, a B-29 bomber that dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima in 1945, symbolizes both war's devastation and technological progress, necessitating accurate historical preservation.
The Power of Hymns in Worship
Non-creedal churches use hymns to teach theology through systematic storytelling. Modern praise music often focuses on specific themes. Both styles, exemplified by the Gettys, shape worship and faith.
The Meaning Behind My Middle Name
Daily writing promptWhat is your middle name? Does it carry any special meaning/significance?View all responses My middle name is a family name. I was named for my Granny. My mom always wished that she had her Granny's middle name. So she named me for Granny. It is name that has been passed down in Granny's … Continue reading The Meaning Behind My Middle Name
Inktober 2024: Day 2 – Coffee
I love coffee. My current preferred methods is either made in my French Press or cold brew. Both made at home.
Inktober 2024: Day 1
Today’s theme is backpack. I used a digital pen to create it.
Gratitude Challenge Day 3
Gratitude Challenge Day 3 - What is a moment in your life that you are grateful for? When I reflect on moments in my life that fill me with gratitude, one particular memory stands out vividly is when reading finally clicked for me. Learning to read proved to be an enormous challenge due to my struggle with dyslexia. In kindergarten and first grade, I found myself amongst the lowest readers in my class.