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A Beautiful Spot in the Sun

As the chill in the air envelops us, we dream of warm destinations where we can relax and enjoy the warmth of the sun. I think back to my travels to Barbados. My first visit to the magical island was remarkable, as I felt like a princess! The people were so warm and welcoming! I remember having a cooking demonstration with a local woman who wanted me to see how she made curry! The best part of Barbados is the people… continuously smiling!
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Reasons Why I’m Thankful for My Disability

Over 32 years ago, I lay in a hospital bed with a metal halo screwed into my skull, immobilizing my neck. I had a C5/C6 injury due to a motor vehicle accident caused by a drunk driver. I was paralyzed from the collarbones down, parts of my arms and my hands and needed a tracheotomy to breathe.

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The 7 Percent Wake Up Call

Let's call it what it is: An aspirational quota of sorts. The Department of Labor's long-anticipated final ruling is in, and will require nearly 250,000 U.S. businesses to work towards a goal that 7 percent of their workforce be qualified individuals with disabilities.
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At Summit High commencement, Paralympian, injured Marine Jimmy Sides to share story of how to adapt (podcast) - Summit Daily News

Pusha T's Drake-beefing new album, Daytona, reviewed.
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The Ethics of Climbing Everest: Double Amputee Xia Boyu's Feat Fuels Debates About Who Belongs on the Roof of the ... - TIME

On Apr. 2, the Chinese climber Xia Boyu stood at the entrance of a Buddhist monastery in Kathmandu, awaiting his turn for a blessing.

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Tap2Tag Medical Alert is a Life Saver

The same technology that lets you pay for your coffee will also save your life! Smartphones outfitted with NFC (near – field communications) could see a jump in shipments from 416 million to 1.2 billion in the next four years, says research firm IHS Technology.