Because of your privileged position, are you missing out vital information? The other day I was talking with my friend while eating breakfast. We were talking about the Gay Pride March which was on the following weekend and how I … Continue reading →
Update: The thesis received a Flinders University Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Doctoral Thesis Excellence. Lived experiences of people with complex communication needs: Romantic and sexual relationships by Darryl James Sellwood Thesis Submitted to Flinders University for the degree of Doctor of … Continue reading →
Yesterday was a work day and was a break from writing my PhD thesis. I had two speaking engagements. One at Flinders University and another an hour later at UniSA. Yes, I was putting my trust in the cabs being … Continue reading →
Today I was scrolling through my Facebook feed when this article come up and I thought it would be an interesting read, given the topic of my PhD. As the article states, we whom have disabilities generally receive assistance to … Continue reading →
Rosa was the most beautiful dog I have had and she knew it. Rosa was a show dog before she came to live with me. Her show name was “Adore Me,” among a string of other pedigree names, and anyone … Continue reading →
[Note added on 29th December 2015: I have received some feedback on this post and I want to make it clear that I am not trying to upset anyone by my personal reflections. These are just that, personal reflections of … Continue reading →
Today, I met with two of coordinators of the service I get my support workers through and decided to finally move one of the worker off my roster. He has been working since mid 2010 but continually, on and off, … Continue reading →
First day back from four weeks leave and beautiful weather at least. I just want bath in the sun rather than sitting inside editing a systematic review. Progress can be slow yet rewarding too. It will be good to finally … Continue reading →
The local news is saying Adelaide is the hottest city in the world today. I am working at home in my air conditioned house. However, it is 3:55pm and 43.3C and the max is meant 46. Not if it will … Continue reading →
Jesus, Thank you for using me today. The two sermons I gave this morning at Adelaide West Uniting Church went well and it seem many heard your message! It was a honour to working with Rev John Maddern. As I … Continue reading →