Category Archives: The Nitty-Gritty

Paying It Forward and Having Fun!

Posted on September 21, 2013 by loverollson

In August, we began promoting our Wheels 4 Barton Pay It Forward Campaign, where for donations we receive for an accessible van, we are serving our local community. We chose three local organizations to work with, Raleigh City Farm, Read … Continue reading →

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Independence and Interdependence Create Community Success

Posted on August 18, 2013 by loverollson

I am a paradox in many ways. Who I am, my beliefs, values, and actions simply contradict one another on the surface. On one hand, I can be fiercely independent and determined that if I believe I can do something, … Continue reading →

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Self Care for Caregivers and People with Disabilities

Posted on July 17, 2013 by loverollson

Let’s get real. Self care sucks, but it feels so good. For most caregivers, family members of people with disabilities, and let’s face it, any parent or active community member out there, we’d much rather be serving and doing than … Continue reading →

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National Mobility Awareness Month: Wild and Wacky Stunts for a Van

Posted on March 18, 2013 by loverollson

The timing couldn’t be more detrimental, or more perfect. You’ve read about the week of our book launch, our car began to fall apart and how we’ve entered the National Mobility Awareness Month contest to win a new van! A … Continue reading →

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One Way Around the Van in the Middle of the Road

Posted on March 11, 2013 by loverollson

On our last post, we talked about Megan’s car breaking down, and how we hoped to transform this challenge into an opportunity to propel us forward in both professional goals- to get Ink in the Wheels: Stories to Make Love … Continue reading →

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