Why living with a disability is no laughing matter

LIVING with a disability can be a challenge in itself, but sometimes society makes it even harder. Let me give you an example. I was driving down the road, and not one but two people stared at me and laughed.

Why living with a disability is no laughing matter

Not the “how are you doing?” but more the “look at her” kind of laugh.

I asked my companion if my hat was back to front, or was there something stuck to my face? It appears there was nothing out of the ordinary other than I was seated on a mobility scooter.

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