Spina Bifida Project (The LSB Project) launched an online fundraiser on November 29th, which was #GivingTuesday, with the goal of purchasing orthotic equipment…
I don’t really remember what it’s like not being able to walk. As parental anecdotes recall, I was about two years old when I took my first steps. My parents were overjoyed, of course, but probably more than most parents, because I have spina bifida. According to my doctors at the time, I wasn’t supposed …
To Tanzania with Love | The Laurita Spina Bifida Project wants to donate wheelchairs Read More »
People often comment on my Facebook posts (especially fellow ladies!) saying what a fabulous life I have. They see me gliding from event to event, effortlessly, cozying up to public figures and instagramming delicious food (and coffee drinks)! I don’t blame you all for commenting, or even feeling a twinge of jealousy or resentment. It’s …
Why, yes. It has indeed been a while. Mea culpa. I may not have been fully “present” on Holdin’ Out for a Hero, but please rest assured…incredible things have been happening behind the scenes– miracles, actually! Today, after 19 years of wishing, learning, waiting, and hoping, after years of prayers, all answered, not all in the …
The Laurita Spina Bifida Project to Launch at Hispanicize 2016 Read More »
One of the definitive moments of the feature film, “Sex and the City,” shows protagonist Carrie Bradshaw entering the large closet of her would-be new apartment. As the lights flicker on, she takes in the size of it (really, it’s ginormous) and imagines all of the designer shoes she will fill it with. I cringe whenever …
A note to my readers: Recently, I received an E-mail from a mom who contacted me for advice. She had a pregnancy affected by spina bifida, and at the recommendation of her doctor— she chose to abort. In addition, she wanted my advice on how NOT to have another baby with spina bifida. As you …
My Actual Letter to the Mother who Aborted her Baby with Spina Bifida Read More »
Dear Woman, First off, let me say that I am not writing this on an impulse. In fact, I have given this a lot of thought and have decided to give this situation a “grace period” in which I could cool off, reflect, cry, pray, gain perspective from others in your situation, and allow myself …
To the Woman Who Aborted Her Baby with Spina Bifida Read More »
Yes, I know. That’s quite the inflammatory title. This is a topic I’ve been reflecting on for a long time. I’ve read many articles and posts on both sides of this argument. I’ve read posts from adults with spina bifida, and parents of children with spina bifida, who say that spina bifida doesn’t define them. I’ve …