There's a funny irony in writing this. I started writing this in mid July. I called for quotes, did some research and expected to knock this out in an evening – writing from personal experience is always quick. Then I got so overwhelmed that I couldn't finish it. I could feel the … [Read more...]
This is what it feels like to be prayed for because of my disability. And it’s not ok.
On a recent Friday evening, I finished work with the excitement of a weekend full of reading and cooking. I headed down to my local bookstore on the tram before going home. While I was on the tram, a woman offered me a seat. I smiled and thanked her but shook my head. I was only … [Read more...]
My chat on the Fully Sick podcast
Late last year I met a wonderful woman called Jenny Joy, and she interviewed me for her Fully Sick podcast. The episode aired last month - apologies for not posting about it earlier. Jenny is such a great conversationalist. I really opened up in our chat - to the point that this … [Read more...]
This is what my disability looks like.
A bit over a week ago someone who has ichthyosis asked me why I classify myself as disabled, because they don't. They said to me: "I actually think that this may come across as offensive to some who are who unable to accomplish certain abilities that the average person has … [Read more...]
Meeting Tara Moss and being empowered to tackle online abuse in real time.
This blog contains a censored naked photo and some aggressive language. I've posted the screen shots at the bottom of the blog so you can read the whole post and skip the nasty stuff. If you need to talk to someone about online abuse, phone Lifeline on 13 11 14, Kids Helpline on … [Read more...]