| I spent the first 10 years of my life mostly in hospital and there I learned to walk. I am a communicator by nature and it was quite easy for me to later fit into the wider community with my family. At 21, I went to live in a community on an island with 60 other people, staying for three years and there, I learned to survive in very primative conditions. Returning to the city, I wrote a book about my life and began to work on community projects. I have written over 20 songs, produced 7 charity concerts, written and produced 6 plays. I have done 2 long distance walks for charity and for 5 years, owned and operated my own business. This year have received my Bachelor of Arts Honors Degree in History and I also have a BA in Spanish Language. This was a real challenge for me, both physically and mentally, but it was also a lot of fun. |
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| Cerebral Palsy is a condition which occurs either in the womb, at birth or soon after birth. It is caused by lack of oxygen to the brain and can cause paralysis to some or many parts of the body. In my case, although I can talk and walk, I am affected to some degree in every part of ny body. This does limit my movements to a degree. However, I try not to allow it to control my life. If I want to do something and I can see a way of achieving this goal, I go ahead and do it. Life is for living and is fun. Why let a mere detail like having a disability stand in the way? |
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| My name is Toria |
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| I have Cerebral Palsy and I live a different kind of life to other people. In this site, I am going to share my life with you. Come with me on a journey through my past, my future, my hopes and my dreams. |
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| Cerebral Palsy |
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| A smile is: A crooked line that makes everything right |
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| Life is full of froth and bubble But two things stand alone Kindness in another man's trouble And courage in your own Banjo Patterson |
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| Such a lot to do in this life |
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| My Journey |