Ableism is seldom discussed outside of the disabled community, and maybe, for good reason. There are deep rifts … More
Tag: Crutches
Running: My First Love
The first time I ran competitively, I was five years old and was a participant in the Empire State Games … More
On Disabilities, Relationships, and Gender Roles
As America has begun defining and redefining gender roles and gender types, now is the perfect time to explore the … More
I am not your inspiration
I run towards the finish line on a late-August afternoon, my loft-strand crutch landing in front of me. This is … More
About
My name is Erica, and I am a college student who loves to run. Because I was born with spastic … More
Running with Crutches 