Comments on: Attending BlogHer With A Disability https://anempoweredspirit.com/attending-blogher-with-a-disability/ Cathy Chester, MS Advocate shares decades of wisdom Sun, 30 May 2021 21:52:18 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 By: Heather Lynn https://anempoweredspirit.com/attending-blogher-with-a-disability/#comment-20979 Wed, 04 Sep 2013 01:35:34 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2013/07/24/attending-blogher-with-a-disability/#comment-20979 Hey!
Great post! It definitely brought tears to my eyes bc it was just yesterday when I was looking at all the fun events for bloggers. And thought to myself... "I'm 26 yrs old, and experiencing opportunities like these are over."

I've had CRPS/RSD for 18months,in both feet/legs. I can't walk for more than a couple min bc there is bone marrow edema in 2 bones in one of my feet (My CRPS started after breaking my right foot).
I've also had Fibro for 6yrs.
So thank you so much for sharing your story, I truly relate to every word!

When I do get out of the house, picking cloths to wear, is nearly impossible. And I can only wear one type of shoes ( they're ugly too lol)
So I understand. Thank you for providing some *Hope*.

One of my blogs is http://www.hopeforyourcause.org. I share things that relate to myself living with CRPS.

I hope all is well!
-Heather Lynn

]]> By: Sandra Sallin https://anempoweredspirit.com/attending-blogher-with-a-disability/#comment-20978 Mon, 29 Jul 2013 21:30:55 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2013/07/24/attending-blogher-with-a-disability/#comment-20978 You know Cathy, I really never paid any attention to your "disability." I'm embarrassed to say you were simply always there. You always looked great and I even passed the camera to you to work it! At the Expo you sat down with everyone else who was ready to sit down. You're giving people great help so that they can feel comfortable attending. In fact I'm so glad you came because it gave me a chance to hug you and laugh with you.

]]> By: Sharon https://anempoweredspirit.com/attending-blogher-with-a-disability/#comment-20977 Fri, 26 Jul 2013 10:21:27 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2013/07/24/attending-blogher-with-a-disability/#comment-20977 What a wonderful post. My daughter broke her lower back last year during a military training exercise and, although slowly improving, still experiences a great deal of pain. You beautifully captured many of her frustrations about not being able to do the things she enjoys due to the pain. I appreciate your "game plan" for dealing with BlogHer. I think it is a great method for handling a vacation, a day's excursion, or an event. Thanks for sharing!

]]> By: Lynne Kivimaki https://anempoweredspirit.com/attending-blogher-with-a-disability/#comment-20976 Wed, 24 Jul 2013 22:56:02 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2013/07/24/attending-blogher-with-a-disability/#comment-20976 Cathy, great article! I hope you have an amazing learning journey at BlogHer. I also have an auto immune disease (Crohn's disease) so I know about pre-planning everything.

The great news is Chicago is not having a heat wave right now. Have a wonderful trip!

]]> By: Jackie https://anempoweredspirit.com/attending-blogher-with-a-disability/#comment-20975 Wed, 24 Jul 2013 17:06:32 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2013/07/24/attending-blogher-with-a-disability/#comment-20975 Good advice for anyone, Cath! I know you'll make the best of it! Have a great time!

]]> By: Kathy @ SMART Living 365.com https://anempoweredspirit.com/attending-blogher-with-a-disability/#comment-20974 Wed, 24 Jul 2013 15:41:46 +0000 http://anempoweredspirit.clients.kidaweb.com/2013/07/24/attending-blogher-with-a-disability/#comment-20974 Hi Cathy....Good for you for working through your own reluctance and finding a way to make it work for you. As a person who has attended dozens of conferences I can tell you that what you suggest is helpful to every single person who goes to one. I used to think I had to do every single thing that was offered (because I wanted to!--and because I'd paid for it!) I've now attended so many that I realize that you honestly can't fit everything in anyway--and the real treasure of a conference is finding a couple of things that really, really makes a difference. ALSO some of the best results of any conference is the people you connect with so you can do that just about anywhere especially if you are relaxed and at ease.

What's probably the funniest thing about your post is how you say you miss wearing high heels! I HATE them with a passion and can't imagine why anyone would subject their feet and body to such unhealthy things!
🙂 While I hope I look reasonably put together where ever I am--my priority is always to be comfortable and relaxed. I hope you find a balance that allows you just that.

I am, and i'm sure we all are, looking forward to future posts when you share what great experiences you are having!

~Kathy

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