From Where I Sit – a Column by Halsey Blocher

May 29, 2020May 27, 2020

Raising a Puppy Is Hard but Rewarding Work

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We recently welcomed a new addition to our family. Our adorable puppy, Thor, is a mix of Australian shepherd (75%) and blue heeler (25%). Another name for this mix ... Read more

May 15, 2020May 13, 2020

Congratulations to a Special Person in My Life

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I often write about my personal perspective of life, but today I want to introduce an incredible person to whom I have the privilege of being a big sister. ... Read more

April 24, 2020April 22, 2020

Online Games: My Way of Staying Connected with Friends and Family

Columns, From Where I Sit - a Column by Halsey Blocher

Like me, you’ve probably had far fewer face-to-face interactions since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s no longer safe to have company over, and we can’t meet friends ... Read more

April 10, 2020April 8, 2020

Celebrating a Year on the Job with Gratitude

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This week is my first work anniversary here at SMA News Today. It’s crazy to think that I’ve had this spectacular job for an entire year. There are so ... Read more

March 27, 2020March 25, 2020

Things to Keep You Busy During Coronavirus Isolation

Columns, From Where I Sit - a Column by Halsey Blocher

Reports about COVID-19 have been all over the news and social media. People around the globe are being urged or required to practice social distancing, proper hand washing, and ... Read more

March 13, 2020March 11, 2020

Should I Bring Up My Disability While Volunteering?

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For many years, I’ve been involved in a fantastic local organization called Turnstone that serves the disabled community with a variety of services. I’ve been blessed to benefit from ... Read more

February 21, 2020May 15, 2020

Living at Home as a Young Adult with SMA

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People look at me questioningly upon realizing that I live with my parents at the age of 22. Moving out is often considered a rite of passage. People expect ... Read more

February 7, 2020February 6, 2020

Enjoying an Unusual Break from the Winter Cold

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A few months ago, I shared a story about a family trip to a pumpkin patch and some of the challenges that I face during the colder times of ... Read more

January 24, 2020January 23, 2020

A Friendship So Special that Distance Can’t Change It

Columns, From Where I Sit - a Column by Halsey Blocher

Because of SMA, I have met people that I might never have crossed paths with otherwise. I’m blessed with the opportunity to connect with nurses, physicians, equipment providers, and ... Read more

January 10, 2020January 8, 2020

Keeping My Goals and Adapting Them to Suit My Needs

Columns, From Where I Sit - a Column by Halsey Blocher

Congratulations! You have completed another rotation around the sun. Now that the holiday celebrations are over and we have resumed our normal daily schedules, let us turn our attention ... Read more