Do children hold the key to improved accessibility?
Growing up, I loved the library’s summer reading program. I’ve always been a bookworm, so logging hours of reading and…
Articles by Halsey Blocher
Sharing my wealth for my golden birthday and beyond
I just turned 26 on Sept. 26, which makes it my golden birthday. Never heard of a golden birthday?…
Finding a reminder of unconditional love in our cat
Our cat, Toby, waltzed into our family over a decade ago for what was intended as a temporary arrangement. She…
Lighting up the night to honor our SMA community
On the second Saturday of every August, the setting sun fades and is replaced by the ethereal glow of candlelight.
How to set the bar higher for accessibility in the travel industry
Who doesn’t love the luxuries and amenities of vacation? Swimming pools, complimentary breakfast, new sights and experiences, and a freshly…
A few favorite (and accessible) activities from our coastal vacation
Our family loves vacationing by the sea, and we’ve recently returned from a trip to Roanoke Island,…
‘Inspiring’ can be a loaded word among the disability community
Every disabled person, including those with SMA, has likely received the well-intentioned compliment of being told they’re inspirational, but…
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
It can be fun to let our imaginations run wild with the idea of choosing a superpower. The possibilities are…
Respectfully caring for someone with SMA in private moments
People with SMA often have very little privacy. Because we lack the strength to independently complete most activities…
A Mother’s Day tribute to a mom who’s always present
In the late summer of 2021, we took a family vacation to Orlando, Florida. Our resort had an…