Derek SchmitzJun 15, 20191 minThe Word NormalNormal is a complex word for disabled people. Some prefer that it not be used, while some are completely fine with it. For me, normal is...
Derek SchmitzJun 14, 20191 min"These/those people" is Derogatory to Disabled People These words are extremely singling and upsetting to disabled people. It groups all disabled people together, and is most likely used in a...
Derek SchmitzJun 13, 20191 minThe Lady From WalmartI had a woman recognize that I had CP from the way I walked tonight Walmart. We exchanged stories, and I found out that her daughter has...
Derek SchmitzJun 11, 20191 minThe Straw Ban Hurts PeopleI want to address something. Two words, plastic straws. I’m a disabled person, who happens to know other disabled people. In a vast...
Derek SchmitzJun 3, 20191 minScott Allen is an ableistTweet from him: Tonight I was served by a person with only one hand. Praise God that that person was more in tune with her abilities...