Tag Archives: disability and relationships

Riding the Waves Together Without Falling Apart

Posted on September 4, 2010 by loverollson

It takes a lot of coordination and a constant reminder to stay open, and above all, a fundamental belief that no matter what, we will be okay. And that foundation is how we have learned to soar. Continue reading →

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Finding a New Lens for Life

Posted on September 4, 2010 by loverollson

The past several weeks have felt incredible amidst the external chaos of the various challenges we face such as finding new contracts and piecing together what we have now to stay afloat as Megan and I have been moving together in an amazingly fluid fashion. Continue reading →

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In the Wake of Katrina’s Path

Posted on August 27, 2010 by loverollson

Barton and I are huddled in the bathroom, his power wheelchair blocking the door. In the background, tornado sirens scream. Over the radio- the announcement that the EMS lost power and they can’t tell us why the sirens are going off. The phone rings. Thinking it’s my grandfather who is two miles away and living alone, I answer. My father, stepmother and brother burst into Happy Birthday. Do I hang up? The epitome of irony… Continue reading →

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Moving Each Other Forward with Patience and Inspiration

Posted on August 16, 2010 by loverollson

Many people are able to see how I help Barton, as much of it is physically. However, the ways in which Barton supports me are not so visible to other people outside of our relationship. But that does not mean the ways in which he supports me are not there. Continue reading →

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Unblocking Patience

Posted on July 25, 2010 by loverollson

When I read the email from my friend, I had to laugh out loud because it became clear that while I could see some slight improvement over the course of the week, I know I still have far to go in developing both patience and courage. Continue reading →

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