by pod | May 8, 2025 | The Prince of Darkness Chronicles
So, I’m in a few disability groups on the social transmitters (yes, we let uppies — upright people — join too). And someone recently asked, “What’s the hardest part about being disabled?” I laughed out loud. My immediate answer was: You want the list? Of course, the...
by pod | May 7, 2025 | The Prince of Darkness Chronicles, Uncategorized
Let’s get one thing straight: I’ve been called a lot of names in my life. Some were meant to insult me. Others were just people trying to be clever. “Crippled” is the one that’ll earn you a swift response. You call me “crippled,” and I don’t care what your excuse is —...
by pod | May 7, 2025 | The Prince of Darkness Chronicles
don’t drive. Not because I don’t want to. Not because I’m afraid. Not because I’m incapable. I don’t drive because I use a wheelchair and have cerebral palsy — and adapting a vehicle with hand controls and a ramp starts at around $60,000, on top of the cost of...
by pod | May 7, 2025 | The Prince of Darkness Chronicles
Let’s talk about VyStar Credit Union. I’ve been a loyal UW Credit Union member for years. When I moved to Florida, I figured it would be smart to have a local branch. That’s how I ended up with VyStar. And when they failed me, I went right back to UWCU—because in more...
by pod | May 5, 2025 | Program Notes
Willie Nelson turned 92 last week. Unfortunately, his birthday didn’t fall on a Tuesday morning, so we’re honoring him just a little late—but something tells me he wouldn’t mind. I dug out everything I had by Willie Nelson and, of course, turned to the ultimate music...