First "Disabled and Living in the Real World" video blog entry!

[Rapprochement123]

U r so sweet, funny and smart!

[nahd24]

I LOVE THIS GIRL....YOUR FREAKIN AWESOME, I HAVE ARTHROGRYPOSIS & I ALWAYS THINK THE WAY YOU DO, I CANT USE MY HANDS BUT I TYPE WITH MY MOUTH BUT IT HASNT STOPPED ME FROM DOIN WHAT I WANNA DO N NOTHIN SHOULD EVER STOP YOU....YOUR SPEAKIN THE TRUTH N I LIKE THAT, IVE BEEN DOIN MUSIC FOR AWHILE N I GOTTA COUPLE VIDEOS UP ON YOUTUBE JUST GO TO MY PROFILE N SEE EM....

[aibbyable]

Good job girl.. Keep up the good vision.. I know how it feel about the staring.. It's a simple thing people do but they truly stab you in the heart. I speak on my own experience with my small disabilities on my right foot. This message should be spread more widely... Good job dear, and keep up the good spirit ^^

[Imogen1885]

When people get in your personal space give them a slap. They won't do it again.

[XXXPEACEXXX7]

God Bless you

[XXxxcarlosxxXX23]

muy linda,,,

[americangirlballet]

You are such a sweet girl. You are very funny. I like your videos.

[izzles369]

yea all that babying stuff seems a pain. youre a normal person and they should realize that, especially if they already know you.

[MyTrueStory85]

Hi there, nice to meet you! Congrats on your first video. I have a cochlear implant and came across your video, dunno why people think you are deaf. Anyhow, keep your vlogs posted :)))

[chin2000000]

You go girl! :) Subscribed!

[LuckiiCharmz85]

I just came across your v-blog randomly. Seems really nice, so I'll have to check out the rest of your vids later. As a disability advocate who has CP, I was kind of bummed at the terminology used for the name of your vlog. Yes we have disabilities but we are NOT DISABLED. If you break it down you're labeling yourself as NOTAbled...the same thing that would be posted for an elevator that's out of service. Me, myself, I just say DifferentlyAbled...#justathoug­ht

[countryman052000]

just tell people to take a picture it last longer

[akkoneely1]

You are really articulate young lady. I appreciate your straightforwardness and unpretentious smiles. Thank you for putting this up.

[MrsTameraRoberts]

Hey, this is such an inspiration. I have a 3 yr old with AMC, and she always amazes me. In my eyes she isn't disabled. She's just like anyone else, but she has to find creative ways to do everyday things. She's also very independent, and does almost anything by herself, but it her own way. She gets around by scooting, or walking in a walker, she climbs on things, she feeds her self independently, and is learning how to use a spoon. She also goes to a preschool with PT, OT, and speech

[sanchezsalvia1]

People only baby because you look so young and cute they can't help it. But don't be afraid to let them know you're to old for that.

[lilcreature]

babying you, tell them straight and when they hear you speak, they wont treat you like that again. i hope i made some sort of sense, with my ramblings. people get scared about things they dont understand. so if you can next time some one stares or speaks to you slooooooowly, educate there dumb ass and be the better person, because i can see how strong a person you are and i really admire that. you just earned another sub, look forward to more videos. your friends are lucky to know you. im lucky.

[lilcreature]

firstly your awsome... ive been a disability support worker for nearly 10 years, started when i was 20 and i think youve got a great personality. I understand some of what you have to deal with on a daily basis, but you dont need to worry about what everyone else thinks, people will stare because they dont understand and that scares them and kids will look because your different to them, dont let that get to you, kids will be kids. you just need to keep doing your thing and if people start....

[gohan771ssj2]

i feel like ever1 has to be treated the same cause we r all the same

and i really find your video interesting so i will sub you and i hope that you will have an great life ahead of you you deserve it everyone does

God Bless You ^^

[memyfamily1]

Hi there i love your video i have a son with arthrogryposis and i wanted to ask for your oponion im really scared to let my son go to school we do home school he loves it but i feal that im doing right or wrong please help me thanks

[DALITRW]

@memyfamily1 Hello! I suggest that you look in to some good home schools before you make the decision. Home schooling was amazing for me so I do recommend it! Will he have a private teacher come into the house or will you be teaching him? If you are teaching him you might want to think about the time your going to have to put into it. It just really depends on what you want to do. I love home school! But you have to ask yourself if it's right for you son! Thank you for asking!

[DALITRW]

@memyfamily1 How old is your son? If he is just entering elementary school I suggest you put him in public school till high school. Being in public school helped me to become much more social and out going. But if he is entering high school I suggest you home school him.

[memyfamily1]

hey there he is six years old we to charter school he goes to school ones a week his teacher does home visit ones a week and we do alot of homework online he likes it and he is in a bowling liead as well i was going to take him to a puplic school for art and music but dont know what to do as a mother im really scared and agian thank you for responding and i beat your family is happy to have a bright child like your self

[DALITRW]

@memyfamily1 Don't be afraid. Never regret decisions you make. Have you asked your son what he'd like to do? Is he enjoying having a teacher come to your home? I live in Canada so my school might be a little different. Again I suggest that you go online and look into some home schools. Most of my problems started in high school and home schooling was the best thing I ever did. Just go online and see what you can find!

[Paul1962ization]

Good job! Very well put...people who stare at me bugs the "poop" outta me! I have the same thing...my name is Paul Rhodes, 48, D.O.B. 9/27/62 back then they wasn't sure what this "Arthrogryposis" was...thought it was linked to Muscular distrophy and life expectancy not much over 15-18 yrs old! Here I am 48 and typing to you living a full happy life!!

you'd be surprised to find out how many doctors there are that don't have a clue what Arthrogryposis is!! Paul R. Rhodes 5023194800

[Samoutuomas]

HELLOO!! HOW AAAARE YOUUU?!! LOL just kidding...

I don't understand why grown people would stare at another person... For example, I've heard many people in my country (Finland) stare at black people? It just feels so incredibly stupid to me.

I do understand a kid staring at someone who looks different to them; they've never seen someone like him/her, and they're probably just curious about the new kind of human being. I wouldn't take it personally, it's just adorable plus it's good for them :)

[patitoshark]

Great video Grace :)

[AshuRawRun]

That was cool to see a disabled person share her point of view and giving advice to other on how to handle contacts with disabled. Good video, I wish you good luck in life!

[contemporarymonk]

you are able and willing, dont let anyone else tell you otherwise!

[MrSuperUltimate]

You are so cute, god bless you Grace ;) Great video

[leanfist]

you are so cool i loved this video

[Animecathastrophe]

I really love, you and I support you in every way or form, you are the cutest thing in the planet, and I really think you're very inspirational. Keep up the good work, sub'd

[DonnaSmith1988]

hi im 22 years old i have arthro and live alone im proud of you for dowing this as it will open pl eyes xxxx

[jensstoltenberg]

I just watched this brave disabled Street Fighter player Broly and stumbled across this video. I just want to say you are a beautiful young lady. Good luck and have fun with online gaming. :)

[emixolydian]

Cute and well spoken. Good video.

[Kajoshiki]

One of The most important part of a human being is their mind, and the way you carry and express yourself let`s me know you are a very smart individual, there for I believe you are capable of doing great things in life....Keep up inspiring us and here`s hoping you we continue hearing from you, Grace.

[syrenfire1]

thank you! please keep posting:)

[ProfessionalWeirdo]

play wow!

[kdskamal]

I liked the part where you said you should take the word dis out of disability. Yes, you can do everything and anything.

Looking forward to next video. Subscribed.

[MsEvergreengirl]

Your voice is so sweet, Grace! :) I find your message really great as I myself feel the same (I've got AMC).

[musicalwheels]

thank you for speaking out and using your voice!

[AmeliaKC173]

you go girl

[wtihwingsaseagles]

Awesome! Keep it up! I look forward to hearing more!

[sledgehockeyguy1]

AWESOME VLOG!!! about time someone said whats really on there mind. Keep it up!!

[tswitucka]

Hi Grace. Good work....brave, honest and a little lengthy.  Just like chatting with you in person (just kidding). hugs.

Tanya

[npineaul]

yeah grace!!! keep it up!

[SuperKaiper]

Well said! I commend you for speaking out on your pet peeves and views on your (dis)ability. (I am very glad you take off the dis part! You can do anything!)