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ARC Blog 10 Paying attention .  August 22nd, 17:17 Another struggle with my disability is that I sometimes make mistakes with accuracy and paying attention . It is so important when one is expected to be responsible with their work , their family and other responsibilities and commitments . I'm not the first say that modern technology has spoiled us in that computers can spell check , recognize usernames and passwords , lock accounts when login attempts have failed to protect our privacy , and many other frustrations in our everyday life . Ive struggled with this aspect of my disability all my life . I have to make note of everything and keep trying to remember . Repetition is key . If you practice and learn from your mistakes, you will be all right .It is hard to believe that though . One mistake can set a mood for the rest of your day . My new job has put new pressure on me I haven't felt before . I know how important get everything right is to any line of work , but espe

I begin this entry with inspiring advice from my aunt : " Trust in God's plan . We don't always understand at the time why things happen, but Faith sees us through til the day we do. God has a plan for you and it will be revealed according to his schedule, not ours."  My Aunt Patricia always has been so positive an inspiring . Family and friends have always been my shield . Without them, I wouldn't have the physical and emotional support a human being needs to keep going . Faith has always been difficult for me to have . If a person has too much faith and confidence , they are seen as cocky and egotistical ; but if we doubt , we are thought of as weak and negative . The trick is finding the balance between faith, doubt , confidence and fear . I struggle to find that balance every day . I try so hard and then think its not worth it because I've been rejected so many times before . I find that if I keep trying through , I give myself the chance improve . But for

Stuttering  has always been a disability of mine . It's  a part of my cerebral palsy  that  is my inability  to speak clearly . but I've never let this  short - coming stop from talking . I have an extensive mental vocabulary to communicate with others  and I love using huge , complicated words . All  of my school presentations were a challenge , but I didn't use my disability as an excuse to get exempt  from them I simply adapted the presentations to only present for the teacher to make me feel for comfortable  . I even passed college public  speaking , where we were expected to write a speech every week . I never felt afraid  to speak in front of class or in public . I have learned how to ignore the fear of what people will think of me . My most successful were my 3 college Business presentations - Ethics , Management - Senior Cap Stone ,  and New Venture . All of them counted for half my final grade .  This was serious business . My instructors were trying to teach  us  

There's many pieces of advice I'd like to tell to my younger self . First being don't be afraid to be your own person in the shadow of your mom . I spent too much of my life before now in fear of my mom's negativity and disappointment that I forgot to be happy . Only since I turned 30 and started working did I begin to live to be happy . And I'd tell her that the answer no doesn't mean the world is going to end .  The word No is hard to accept . It can demolish our dreams of having a job and being self sufficient ; It can mean we don't get the financial assistance for food, health insurance, and mobility devices we need to improve our health. When we are children , our Parents maybe trying to do what is best for us but saying no. In Samuel 3:13 , God reminds us that word no has the power to give us restraint us and to protect from bad things- like judging and breaking the law .  I've been told no in many situations when I wanted so desperately the answe

As an individual with a disability , I've  had accept and deal with awkward social situations .  Having Cerebral Palsy without the use of a wheelchair and being of short stature would make a person   one of the most unique people  in the classroom . I was in special education classes until 5th  grade when my instructor realized I was missing out on using my mental talents . Ms . Lisa Sodee saw something in me that prompted her to advance me in to regular mainstream classes . These classes was a challenge for me socially and academically .  My fellow  students were not disabled at all .  My 5th grade history teacher expected me to keep  up  with homework at the same  time as the rest of the class . My favorite school  subject prior to college was social  studies ,  so  it seemed like a great fit . I received the privilege to associate with gifted and talented students .  The time of transition gave me a new perspective that I didn't have to be left out in the game of life just b

We have freedoms as Americans that allow his to have any career  we choose . Its time we take that liberty and freedom and do something positive our lives . Until 3 years ago , I didn't have an extreme drive and determination to truly follow my heart and do what I want to in my professional life . I've been a fan of the Food Network for the past 15 years , but it took one locally  born chef from Hagerstown MD to completely change that . In 2012 , I was still volunteering with REACH of Washington County . I was ready to move on . Having the opportunity learn about  business was great , but I yearned for a new job where I could maybe learn how a business was promoted and have multiple responsibilities . During the lull times at REACH , I stumbled upon a chef named Justin Warner . In May 2012 , he began competing  on the show  Food Network Star . He  is the only  food personality from Hagerstown MD to ever be  on the Food Network . The first promotional articles of the show  were

A life devoted to hope , faith and love requires us to to keep fighting  and never quit . We must take action , try , be determined , and perservere through every obstacle that comes our way . My mentor Dr Mark Patton always told me my selling point wouldn't be some product I'd create or another's product I'd sponsor . My gift or "product " is my willingness not to quit  and stand up for what I believe in through my struggles . In marketing , we call this the Real Product - it can be anything from food , clothing , emotion or the image the product provides for the consumer .  I'm demonstrating my determination by continuing meeting with my counselors and  my employment services . I'm currently under the Ticket to Work program - an employment network that suggests and provides services like the Maryland State Department of Rehabilitative Services that help me find work . I am now required to under the privilege of my disability benefits  and  the Soci

Disclaimer : This is a shorter outline to a marketing proposal Ive been writing and looking for a business to take on . Content Marketing is the promotional strategy  I'm using for the ARC Our Voices blog . Content marketing refers to the marketing , sales and business process for creating relevant content to attract , acquire and engage a targeted , defined audience . The objective is driving  consumers  action . The location where the audience can find the information or products can vary - either Facebook, Twitter or the Community  information we share   on the Our Voices blog . I believe the purpose of my writing  is to be a human service and inspirational figure that could  inspire local businesses to serve disabled people better . We are using the internet , fundraising and other promotional strategies to inform the public of the needs of the developmentally disabled and experiences that might inspire  the ARC residents to strive towards their goals by continuing with the

My Life has been a story of never giving up ; and having faith in times when I didn't think I could be confident at all . Its that strength and determination to helped me reach my goals and has pulled me through so many tough times . I have rebelled and proven why I deserve to come to the result differently . My disability of cerebral palsy has required me to find unique solutions to everyday problems . It causes me to be creative with how I do things . I struggle with driving , walking and being solely independent . These hardships have robbed me of freedom . I must depend upon others to drive me to work , mentor me and assist me with other physically demanding tasks .  One of the reasons I love marketing is that it gives me a place to bring attention to and promote to the needs of the disabled that I believe are not being sufficiently met .My input will hopefully bring solutions to problems .My largest struggle has been transportation . I applied for the Washington County Commu

however Blogger never Erased - Deleted its still Viewable here . http://carriesramblingsandsongs.blogspot.com/ This now will be my  new ARC blog . Obtaining employment has been a lesson in perseverance for me . Ive had to remain steadfast in my pursuit of my goal . A positive attitude has been hard to keep at times when the whole world gives a list of reasons why you can't be who you want. You feel invisible , weird , awkward , and without a place to belong .  There have been many mentors and inspirations that have encouraged me to embrace my uniqueness with my disability and limitations . But the most recent of those individuals finally convinced to me follow my dreams and embrace what makes me different . Someone's uniqueness and speciality can be the very thing that attracts people to you . These qualities may be the thing that qualifies you for the job .  Embracing and accepting my uniqueness as a strength instead of weakness has helped me view my disability as someth