I gotta say, it's pretty admirable how Niki has made sure her son Jimmy is included in every aspect of their lives despite his disability. I mean, we're always hearing about accessible travel and whatnot, but it's one thing to talk the talk and another to actually put in the work. The fact that they've found ways to adapt and make their adventures work together is really inspiring
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But at the same time, let's not sugarcoat things – disability isn't something that can be easily "included" or "accommodated". It's a fundamental aspect of someone's life that requires significant adjustments. So while Niki's love and determination are definitely admirable, we should also acknowledge the systemic barriers and lack of support services that make it so difficult for people with disabilities to live fulfilling lives
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I'm not saying Niki and Jimmy don't deserve our praise and appreciation – they do! But let's also have a nuanced conversation about what it means to support families dealing with disability, rather than just waving a flag and expecting things to magically change
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But at the same time, let's not sugarcoat things – disability isn't something that can be easily "included" or "accommodated". It's a fundamental aspect of someone's life that requires significant adjustments. So while Niki's love and determination are definitely admirable, we should also acknowledge the systemic barriers and lack of support services that make it so difficult for people with disabilities to live fulfilling lives
I'm not saying Niki and Jimmy don't deserve our praise and appreciation – they do! But let's also have a nuanced conversation about what it means to support families dealing with disability, rather than just waving a flag and expecting things to magically change