I’ve always wondered why people are so fascinated by the sight of wheelchairs. Aren’t there more interesting things to stare at? Like Richard Simmons in line at KFC? Now there’s something to stare at.
Click here to read my blog on this common human phenomena
– Tiff
You’d think using a wheelchair would totally suck when it comes to the always tricky endeavor of making new friends. And I used to think this way too. But then, not so long ago, I came to the exciting realization that my wheelchair acts as the ultimate people filter…
– Tiff
If this headline sounds a bit sci-fi….well it‘s because the idea originally came from of a beloved sci-fi novel. And now – it’s also close to becoming a reality. We’re finally living in an age where these seemingly bipolar realities are becoming one.
The 411: Monty Reed, a partially paralyzed ex-Army Ranger, got the idea to create a robo-suit to enable people with paralysis walk again after reading Starship Troopers, a classic sci-fi novel written by Robert Heinlein. The story follows soldiers who are given robo-suits, which can carry up to 2,000 lbs. He’s been working on his idea since the mid ‘80s.
– Tiff
I’m always a sucker for gifts, so Garvey Rich over at Functional Comfort must be psychic. You see, as a blogger (if you’re semi-popular or moreso), there’s this bad ass phenomenon of receiving free things in the mail from companies, with an end goal (on their part) that I’ll blog about their said product in a positive light. Free advertising yo.
So when I received 4 pairs of leg warmers and 2 pairs of arm warmers in the mail from the people at Function Comfort, I must say I felt I’ve moved up in the eschelon of blogger-dom. This is the first time a company has ever sent me free products, and MAN….*does a little happy dance*. It. Is. Awesome.
Click for the rest (and I need the hits!)
– Tiff
Sooo…if you wish there were more cool adapted clothing manufacturers in the USA, your wish has finally come true with Ag Apparel. Jordan Silver is the sexy 20 something fashionista behind this new company. I interviewed her the other day for my No Free Rides podcast for Xable.com.
Check it out here. Oh and btw, her clothes were featured in Oprah’s O magazine last year. You go girl.
– Tiff
And here’s how I school these kids RIGHT (my full Disaboom blog)….
– Tiff
If you said Ricky James was simply “passionate” about motocross racing, that’d probably be the biggest understatement of your life. After Ricky, age 18, became unable to walk for the rest of his life (after he skidded out on his bike in 2005, breaking his back at the T6/7 level) he didn’t go back into racing right away. I mean…who would blame him? But now he’s planning to ride in the BAJA 1000! A 1000 mile race from Tijuana to La Paz.Click here for the rest of this blog on the hottie in a chair that is Ricky James
– Tiff
With the reversal of the stem cell ban, a lot of misinformation is swirling about re: stem cell research. One of which is that “embryo harvesting” will come to pass. Anyone who says this is a blatant fearmongerer.
Click here to read the rest of my blog entry, in my attempt to educate a misinformed public
– Tiff
When it comes to mascara, it’s all about the wand/brush, not the actual makeup. So be sure to note the wand before purchasing. This is why I love Maybelline Great Lash. It’s cheap as hell, the makeup is nothing spectacular, BUT THE WAND, oh, the magical wand…it does amazing things to my lashes.
Look for wands with very defined brushes (these ones will separate your lashes more, which in the process will make them appear longer).
– Tiff
So check this out: The Sex Maniacs’ Ball in London (held each year in September ), may be the only disability-friendly sex party in existence. I find this amusing for two reasons…(click to read the rest of my blog).