What some people are calling Dirty Dancing on wheels, Musical Chairs is a romantic comedy set in the world of wheelchair ballroom dancing, directed by Susan Seidelman of Desperately Seeking Susan. Read this blog
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2/10/12: Looking to get her feet wet
Dear Tiff,
I have type 2 Spinal Muscular Atrophy. I’m totally ready to enter the dating scene. How can I become a “hot chick in a wheelchair,” and not, “Just that disabled girl?
12/28/11: Podcast 81 – Jennifer Longdon, an advocate with heart
In episode #81 of No Free Rides, Tiffiny is joined by Jennifer Longdon, a fighter of a paraplegic who’s taking on everything from accessible realty and passe attitudes to disabilities to bringing diversity to Project Runway.
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12/6/11: Is TV finally warming up to disabilities for good?
From reality shows to hour long dramas, we’re popping up everywhere, and these are the appearances you should definitely know about. Read this blog
12/3/11: Disability friendly sex worker on film
Aussie sex worker Rachel Wotton exclusively caters to clients with disabilities, and a fascinating documentary has been made on her controversial career. Read this blog
9/30/11: Much love for “I Love…”
One of the most beloved body product lines in the UK is finally coming to the US, and even better, they will be available at Walmart.
9/8/11: We are the Phoenixes
Its not easy convincing people there is life after disability. Most people can’t imagine it. And when they do, they say they’d rather be dead. Really? You’d rather be worm food than alive? Read this blog
9/3/11: Wanted – Power wheelchair bling
Why do manual wheelchairs get in all the fun? From chrome parts to wheel covers, this is a sorely unmet industry. Read this blog
8/9/11: Dating on Wheels – Returning to the Game
34 years old and a C6 quad, this single father is getting back in the game, and needs a refresher on the latest dating rules.
Spin 2.0: Wheelchair fashion storefront debuts
This may be a first. IZ Adaptive Clothing, one of the few clothing lines in existence that was created with wheelchair-users in mind, has opened a posh new storefront in Toronto, Ontario, giving rolling fashionistas access to one of the most progressive fashion houses ever created. Read the rest