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Tag Archives: Disability
The Choke by Sophie Laguna
This story left me breathless. It raised to the surface, every last rescue trait in my being. If only someone would intervene and stop the raging abuse. But no one does. And yet, amongst the harshness of the setting with the ‘chooks’ in the backyard, … Continue reading
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Tagged Abuse, Courage, Disability, Equality, Families, Gender, Male power, Neglect, Poverty, Small towns
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When a problem can’t be solved
I guess it’s true to say that most of us have had setbacks and difficulties in our life. There is no doubt that some problems are larger and more impactful than others. Mostly, difficulties and tricky situations work themselves through. … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Life, People, Relationships, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged Acceptance, Death, Disability, Disenfranchised grief, Family, grief, Individuals, Isolation, Loss, Problems, Trauma
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On Motherhood and Disability . . .
Last week I was fortunate to attend a writing / book event in Melbourne. Margaret Drabble appeared in person at the ‘Wheelers Centre’. I guess the tour was part of a promotion for her newest book called ‘The Pure Gold Baby’ released … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Life, People, Relationships, Uncategorized
Tagged Children, Disability, Judgement, Margaret Drabble, Motherhood, Parenting, Special Needs, writing
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