Hülya Marquardt is a vibrant 41-year-old mother, wife and business owner living a fulfilling life in southern Germany. Born with a physical difference in her hands, Hülya’s life took an extraordinary turn at 18 when she underwent the life-changing experience of losing her legs above the knees due to sepsis. Rather […]
By Lorraine Woodward, www.BecomingRentABLE.com When most people think about accessibility, they often think in terms of wheelchair access. Unfortunately, by doing this you exclude a huge population of people with disabilities. At Becoming rentABLE, we advocate for expanding accessibility for all types of disabilities including all mobility (wheelchair, walker, canes and
Creating accessible short-term rentals for all people with disabilities Read More »
Wendy Gideon MY LIMB DIFFERENCES FROM BIRTH I was born missing my right leg above the knee (born with about 1 cm of femur). This is known as congenital amputation. In addition, I also have limb differences in my left hand and arm. I was born with syndactyly of the fingers
Born different, living strong: My journey
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Talli Osborne Canadian, Talli Osborne, is a vivacious spirit with an unrelenting zest for life. With her unapologetic individuality, she confidently turns personal hurdles into platforms of empowerment. With a dynamic career that spans motivational speaking, singing with punk rock bands and acting, Talli’s electric personality shines the moment you meet
Talli Osborne says:
“Embrace your differences and let them sparkle.” Read More »
Miriam Osborne in Cuba If you’ve ever seen life as a series of challenges and victories woven together, Miriam Osborne’s story is the lens that would sharpen the focus and deepen the hue. An editor at The Toronto Star, avid traveller and advocate at heart, what makes Miriam Osborne’s story unique
Miriam Osborne invites us to see the world
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Lisa Butler Some people blend in seamlessly when they travel, soaking up cultures, cuisines and sunsets, unobtrusively. Others—sometimes unintentionally—travel and stand out. When Lisa Butler packs her bags, her invisible checklist isn’t just about passports, snacks, or car seat logistics. It’s about setting a tone. A confident posture, a ready smile,
Beyond the stares,
Lisa explores the world on her terms Read More »
Nadine Richards Nadine wears many hats—adaptive athlete, advocate, model, and wellness professional—and she wears them all effortlessly, infused with an infectious energy. Born in Alberta, Canada, she lives with a limb difference and describes her disability with openness and humor, seeing it as just another unique part of who she is
Nadine Richards’ approach to life,
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Erin, a white agender human and double below knee amputee, hangs upside down with flaming red hair and a flowing red dress. Erin arches backwards powerfully over the top of an aerial hoop the size of an adult hula hoop that is suspended in the air. PHOTO CREDIT Virginia Maria Photography
On the road with Erin Ball,
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By Talli Osborne Travelling with physical challenges can require a bit more planning, but the rewards are worth it. As a woman with mobility issues, I’ve learned to embrace the journey, adapt with creativity, and always focus on the positives. Here are my top ten tips for making your travels smoother
10 Tips for Travelling with Physical Challenges:
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This issue celebrates our fellow adventurers, explorers and travellers who, as always, are determined not to let something like a major disability get in the way of our dreams. We spotlight travellers with a variety of limb differences—our Guest Editor, Talli Osborne, Erin Ball, Lisa Butler, Miriam Osborne, Nadine Richards and