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Why Is the King of Romance Boycotting Valentine’s Day 2012?
Why is Greg Godek, Author of the Bestselling book, 1001 Ways to Be Romantic Boycotting Valentine’s Day 2012? And what could this possibly have to do with the Invisible Disabilities Association? You may remember Greg when he was on Oprah, Phil Donahue and talked about on Jay Leno! He has been busy with many new books and projects, including speaking for groups and businesses! This year, he is Boycotting Valentines Day! Why you ask? Well, check out some of his Tweets! Keep reading and you will see what this has to do with IDA! The author of “1001 Ways to […]
Concerning Chemicals in Fabric Softeners
“Fabric softener ads often portray an image of comfort, freshness and sweetness. Yet most fabric softeners contain a grim list of known toxins which can enter your body through the skin and by inhalation, causing a wide range of health problems, particularly for young children” (NaturalNews). Read full story here! ARTICLE RESOURCES: Fabric softeners contain toxic chemicals. Selena Keegan. NaturalNews.com. January 11, 2012. RELATED STORIES: Fragrance Tidbits Parabens Found in 99 Percent of Mastectomy Tissues Scented Consumer Products Show to Emit Many Unlisted Chemicals Scented Laundry Products Emit Hazardous Chemicals Through Dryer Vents Toxic Chemicals in Fragranced Laundry Products and […]
Invisible No More: 2011 IDA Awards Night
Learn more about the Invisible Disabilities Association and our new campaign, Invisible No More! Hear from the Invisible Disabilities Association’s Founder and President, Wayne Connell and his passion to bring to light the challenges of living with debilitating conditions as well as the incredible courage and perseverance these people have. Listen to Karyn Buxman, RN, MSN tell her whimsical, invisible story that paints a picture of how things are not always what they may seem. Karyn Buxman is a Nurse, Hall of Fame Speaker, Author and Humorist Meet Special Guests Lori Frisher and Matt Barrett! Lori is an Honor Student, […]
Hanging on to Hope
“I can’t do this anymore.” “What? You have to keep going. You can’t quit. You’re needed. You’re fantastic at what you do.” “No, it’s too hard. I’m exhausted. There’s too much to do and never enough time. I’m fighting on every front and I have no more fight left. I’m tired of being responsible, tired of doing it all and doing it well. Really, there’s barely time even to do a lousy job at the required basics.” My friend was struggling in her job and at home. I didn’t like what I was hearing, but I understood. I’d previously slid […]
Amazing Hotel Accommodations for My Challenges
I live with Multiple Sclerosis and Lyme Disease. I get extremely ill from chemicals in cleaning products and synthetic fragrances. This is not rare, as millions report mild to severe reactions to these (even more so with those living with chronic illness, asthma, allergies, chemical sensitivities, cancer, autism, PTSD, migraines, etc). Other than Disney hotels, I have been unable to stay in a hotel for over 10 years due to air fresheners, cleaners and sprays. Just before Christmas, my brother passed away, so we needed to go to Grand Junction. From several previous failed attempts to find a place to […]
IDA on Disability.gov – Invisible No More
IDA Founder, Wayne Connell recently had the opportunity to be a guest blogger on Disability.blog by Disability.gov. In this article, Invisible No More, Wayne shares about his wife, Sherri’s invisible journey, how they met and ultimately Wayne’s founding of IDA. Wayne also had the opportunity to share about some of the incredible stories from IDA’s Annual Honor Award Banquets, Guest Bloggers on IDA and the Invisible No More! campaign. Article Excerpt: It all came crashing down in 1991. First, her legs became paralyzed and then, she received a diagnosis of primary progressive multiple sclerosis (MS), followed by a 10 day […]