Michelle Renee Kidwell
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Abled does not mean enabled. Disabled does not mean less abled.” ― Khang Kijarro Nguyen
Fighting to end ableism, one, poem, story, article at a time. Will you join me?
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Like Letters Written in the Sand Part Sixteen
She appeared in my dreams again.” Anna-leis gently roused Clarence from his sleep. I believe she was meant for us. Clarence nodded, wiping away the sleep from his eyes. It was clear how much Anna-leis wanted this, but they were not making it easy for her. People often seemed to get around the laws against discrimination against those with disabilities, which frankly made him angry. The way others judged Anna-leis on the basis of what she didn’t have, rather than what she was capable of, irritated him.
By Michelle Renee Kidwellabout a year ago in Fiction
Storm Warning
The combination of amnesia, a hero with dangerous ties, and a deadly storm makes for a thrilling ride. Remi Grant, a former army photographer haunted by a half-forgotten past, is working at an isolated storm-watching lodge on the Washington coast when she receives a mysterious puzzle piece. It may be the key to unlocking a disturbing incident she cannot remember-the incident for which former military pilot Hawk Beckett is seeking some perspective after a catastrophe in his own life. She must focus on the present, not get caught up in the past, as heavy storms are rolling in.
By Michelle Renee Kidwellabout a year ago in BookClub
Like Letters Written in the Sand Part Fifteen
“I miss the little things most.” Anna-leis hugged Clarence tightly. Though she still struggled with the prosthetics, sometimes standing was worth it. “I miss the feeling of sand beneath my feet. “It’s funny how something that used to annoy me now makes me smile.”
By Michelle Renee Kidwellabout a year ago in Fiction
When Society Closes Doors to Those With Disabilities
If a quarter of the population were suddenly eliminated from the workforce, this would have a profound impact. Those on the front lines would have more responsibility piled on them. Quantity and quality would drop as businesses struggled to stay ahead of production with the same deadlines and less employees to complete the work.
By Michelle Renee Kidwellabout a year ago in Humans
