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The Amazing Olympics You Never Hear About

Athletes work hard at their sport. Many work odd jobs to cover a few expenses. A few live on less than $300 a month. As an individual with an intellectual disability, getting to the sport that you love can be difficult. Getting to practice can involve hours of transit time, on someone else’s schedule. And yet these athletes are the epitome of perseverance, dedication and truly love to compete. And the time to compete is apon them. Continue reading

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To The Unknown Writer: Happy Shay Day

We have all received jokes in our e-mail, pictures of oddities, and off colour commentary. Occasionally we receive a story that is powerful and positive. I received this email at work, and I was struck by the delivery of the message. Have a read, and I will see you at the other end.

Two Choices

What would you do?….you make the choice. Don’t look for a punch line, there isn’t one. Read it… Continue reading

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