Terri R. Stonecipher
Being deaf, and also having a mental disability, I know first hand the obstacles we face in the workforce. Having advocated for disability rights for several years, I have learned some things that I would like to share for the benefit of others.
I was also married for almost 25 years, and had two beautiful children, before divorcing. I have since come out of the closet, or removed my mask, and am living the lifestyle that I prefer and couldn't be happier for doing so. I am now with my partner, who I intend on keeping for a lifetime.
I have had so many obstacles put in my way over my lifetime, but with the grace of God have always survived. I have had a very hard life since birth, but wouldn't change a thing as it has made me who I am today.....and I'm proud of who I am!
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I was also married for almost 25 years, and had two beautiful children, before divorcing. I have since come out of the closet, or removed my mask, and am living the lifestyle that I prefer and couldn't be happier for doing so. I am now with my partner, who I intend on keeping for a lifetime.
I have had so many obstacles put in my way over my lifetime, but with the grace of God have always survived. I have had a very hard life since birth, but wouldn't change a thing as it has made me who I am today.....and I'm proud of who I am!
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- 4/22/2010
Education/Experience
Director at "Helping Hands C.A.N.!" for 5 years; Certified Peer Support Specialist since June 2006; Director at "Terri's Place, LLC"; Associates in Business Admin.; Certified Intepreter for the Deaf for 5 years; currently working on my BA in Social WorkInterests
Disability Rights, Mental Health Recovery, Deafness, Relationships, Peer Support Specialists, Gay RightsMotto
"One must not have to hear in order to listen."Affiliations
Terri's Place, LLCFavorites
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Beginning My New LifeI can't believe I wasted almost 45 years of my life, pretending to be something I'm not.....straight.
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Normal?What if we were all considered "normal" in this world? I mean, what if there were no labels of being "gay" or "straight" but just labels of being "loving" "caring" "affectionate". The true things that really matter in this life.
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Coming Out of the ClosetMany of us, for a variety of reasons, hide ourselves in a closet (or behind a mask) when it comes to our sexuality or sexual identity. Most do it for fear of the unknown.
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Qualities in the Perfect PartnerDespite popular belief, no one chooses who they are attracted to or who they love. It's all about unconditional love, which is just that.....unconditional.
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Gay RelationshipsWhether you find love in a gay or straight relationship, make it the best you can make it, allowing it to grow to it's full potential, and enjoy every minute of it!
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Invisible and PassingSo many times, when someone learns that I am a lesbian, they say "but you don't look like a lesbian". My reply has always been "stop stereotyping me!"
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New Year's Resolutions for a Happier You!Have you ever made New Year's resolution that you broke or couldn't keep? Here are some resolutions that will make you a happier and better person!
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"At Will" Employment & DisabilitiesLiving in an "at will" employment state, employers are not required to give you a reason for termination, giving them the freedom to terminate any employee "at will" ..... EXCEPT if you are a person with disabilities!