Columns

June 10, 2020June 8, 2020

You’re Invited Into the Pandemonium of My World

Columns, Wiggle Room – a Column by Briana Beaver

In the dimmed hospital room light, I hoist myself into a sitting position. The room swirls momentarily as my brain attempts to find equilibrium. Bending my elbows, the IV ... Read more

May 13, 2020May 11, 2020

Celebrating Half a Year of Wiggling with You

Columns, Wiggle Room – a Column by Briana Beaver

It occurred to me recently that I have been writing this column for more than half a year. My mind has been delving into contemplation about what this opportunity ... Read more

April 29, 2020April 27, 2020

We Are Alone in This Together

Columns, Wiggle Room – a Column by Briana Beaver

“This pandemic is really working for you,” my mom said, half-jokingly. She nor I never could have imagined that over the course of only weeks, society would rearrange itself ... Read more

April 15, 2020April 13, 2020

That Time I Received an Invitation from a Cuddlist

Columns, Wiggle Room – a Column by Briana Beaver

Cuddles for hire. Yes, you read that correctly. Around this time last year, I was approached by a soon-to-be professional cuddlist. A casual hangout with an acquaintance quickly took ... Read more

March 25, 2020March 23, 2020

Focusing on Random Acts of Kindness During a Crisis

Columns, Wiggle Room – a Column by Briana Beaver

“Commit random acts of kindness.” I see this bumper sticker plastered on cars around my town. As with other advice to society, I often wonder if this message permeates ... Read more

February 19, 2020February 18, 2020

Endless Sleepless Nights Are Rattling My Soul

Columns, Wiggle Room – a Column by Briana Beaver

“Can sleep deprivation kill you?” I’ve spent more time Googling this question than I’d care to admit. Though I’ve learned throughout the years to cautiously validate any information provided ... Read more

February 18, 2020February 14, 2020

Handicapped-accessible Parking Is a Necessity with a Wheelchair

Columns, Embracing Life on Wheels - a Column By Jessica Grono

Handicapped-accessible parking spaces are for people with disabilities. In a recent news report, a disabled California man said he was physically assaulted because he asked someone not to park ... Read more

February 12, 2020February 10, 2020

My Time Is Now, but I’m Still Tired

Columns, Wiggle Room – a Column by Briana Beaver

I need to start living as though I am a healthy person. Saving my most cherished experiences for the future, for when I am physically nourished and capable, isn’t working ... Read more

February 11, 2020February 7, 2020

Trouble Falling Asleep? Here Are Some Tips that Could Help

Columns, Embracing Life on Wheels - a Column By Jessica Grono

Everyone needs adequate sleep each night. Sleep allows the body to rest and recharge for the following day. But for people with cerebral palsy, sleeping isn’t always easy, as ... Read more