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Unwittingly missing out on vital information?

The blog site of Darryl Sellwood Posted on November 28, 2019 by DarrylNovember 28, 2019

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 →

Posted in Journal, Personal Experience, Personal Thoughts | Tagged Ableism, Discrimination, judgment, LBGTIQ

The PhD Thesis 2019

The blog site of Darryl Sellwood Posted on August 24, 2019 by DarrylAugust 24, 2019

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 Philosophy

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Posted in AAC, Highlight, Personal Experience, PhD, Sexuality | Tagged AAC, PhD thesis, Research, sexuality

Two speaking engagements and a flat tyre!

The blog site of Darryl Sellwood Posted on November 3, 2018 by DarrylNovember 5, 2018

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 →

Posted in Personal Experience, Presentations, Workshops | Tagged able-bodied ableist, Lecture, presentations, wheelchairs

The Hatred towards the article “Why I Masturbate my profoundly disabled son”

The blog site of Darryl Sellwood Posted on October 21, 2017 by DarrylOctober 21, 2017

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 … Continue reading →

Posted in From the Web, Personal Experience, Personal Thoughts, Sexuality, Uncategorized | Tagged Disability, Father, hatred, masturbation, son

Rosa, you beautiful dog!

The blog site of Darryl Sellwood Posted on September 22, 2016 by DarrylSeptember 22, 2016

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 →

Posted in Dogs, Low Light, Personal Experience, Uncategorized | Tagged Adore, Dog, euthanasia, life, Love

The day I learn about Ableism and family miscommunication

The blog site of Darryl Sellwood Posted on November 8, 2015 by DarrylDecember 29, 2015

[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 →

Posted in Low Light, Personal Experience | Tagged Ableism, family, Special School

The support worker that had to go

The blog site of Darryl Sellwood Posted on September 2, 2015 by DarrylSeptember 22, 2016

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 →

Posted in Low Light, Personal Experience, Uncategorized | Tagged Judas Iscariot, support worker, wine

Back at work/study

The blog site of Darryl Sellwood Posted on August 31, 2015 by DarrylAugust 31, 2015

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 →

Posted in Low Light, Personal Experience, PhD, Uncategorized

The hottest day

The blog site of Darryl Sellwood Posted on January 16, 2014 by DarrylJanuary 16, 2014

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 →

Posted in Personal Experience, Personal Thoughts, Uncategorized | Tagged air conditioner, weather | 2 Replies

The branch in the gutter

The blog site of Darryl Sellwood Posted on January 12, 2014 by DarrylJanuary 12, 2014

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 … Continue reading →

Posted in AAC, Disability, Highlight, Personal Experience, Uncategorized | Tagged church, prayer, presentation, Sermon | 1 Reply

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