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Soulful Sunday: When It’s Too Hard to Stand… Kneel

September 4, 2016 by UniquelyBYouTiful

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I know what you're probably thinking. You've probably heard this a million times, seen it in memes and pictures all over the internet. As a lower-limb amputee like myself, you've probably spent lots of times on your knees. But what I'm talking about here isn't just literally. If you or…

To the Parents of Children With Limb Differences and Other Special Needs

August 21, 2016August 28, 2016 by UniquelyBYouTiful

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While my experiences are directly related to having been born with limb differences, I would pass much of the same suggestions to parents of any special needs child. 1. DO NOT treat us any differently than you would your other children. Instead, DO have patience with us as they learn…

Why I Don’t Feel the Need to Explain Myself to Strangers.. Or Anyone

August 21, 2016 by UniquelyBYouTiful

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As a member of many ABS (amniotic band syndrome) support groups, I see the question a lot about whether or not you should be explaining your differences to strangers, or saying something before they ask. Or what if they don’t feel like they can ask you about it…. or what…