Monday, November 25, 2013

gain for at least five years

u were meeting an adult who doesn't use a wheelchair, you wouldn't say (insert preschool teacher voice here) "it's so nice to meet you sweetie!" I smile and return the excitement, but I'd much rather have a more age appropriate interaction. "Thanksgiving Angels" are First United Methodist, First Congregational, First Baptist, St. Stephen’s, St. Joseph’s, St. Mark’s, Sacred Heart and St. George Greek Orthodox, as well as Hermes Evelyne BagsSoldier On, The Christian Center and the Salvation Army on West Street.exas District National Forensic League. This coveted award is based on student participation and is the highest recognition the League can bestow upon a chapter. Only one school in each district attains this designation each year and is not

 eligible again for at least five years. Out of 3,000 member schools nationwide, our school is one of only 109 to receive the Leading Chapter Award. Powell Elementary School First Graders continue "Celebration Around the World" activity through Friday, December 13. On Thursday, December 12, second grade will be having their Pol The faith-based organizations -- nearly all with their own food pantries -- initially pooled their resources last Thanksgiving to avoid duplication of effort. "This is much better than people going from church to church; it makes sure there’s enough for everybody," said Arlene Burke, a long-time volunteer at the Christian center. The program was further streamlined this year by designating a

single location for the program registration and food Hermes Garden Party Totedistribution handled by an unexpected number of volunteers, estimated at 50-60 people. If you've said any of these, don't feel bad (unless you've stolen a handicap parking spot!). We aren't angry or offended, but we want people to understand. We aren't inspiring for living our every day lives, completing the mundane tasks we as adults are often subjected to. Able bodied partners of people with disabilities are not heroes. They just love their significant others like anyone else. No need to pat us on the back (or HEAD!) just for leaving our houses. I may not be speaking for everyone, but I know that I'm saying here what so many people in my situation want able bodied individuals to know. If you had a disability, would these things bother you?

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