#HunnyBee's Story - The Beginning

By -
When I first started The #DiversAbleModel Project I knew I wanted it to evolve into something bigger than just fashion. I wanted the blog and the project itself to give people a place to openly share their "normal" lives. I wanted to help everyone understand that everyone is part of the #DiversAble population because we all have Diverse Abilities. I'll be honest, it's been very frustrating lately feeling like I just can't get the content that I once had, content that is genuinely impactful and has power.

This may sound strange, but last night I had a dream that I documented my pregnancy journey on my blog. I woke up thinking about all the doctors that have told me how little information on pregnancy and Arthrogryposis (my Diverse Ability) there is. When I was researching the challenges I might face during my first pregnancy, I was so disappointed at the lack of information. For this reason, I'm going to do my best to be part of the solution. I'll try to share here at least once a week, sometimes through writing and pictures, other times through video. Some of my experience will be the same as every other woman, while others will likely be very different. Either way, I hope this journey will empower you to strive for all your goals and to be there for those who need a little help achieving theirs! 
 
xo, Mandi
 
My first confirmation that our #HunnyBee is on it's way!
 
 
P.S. Of course there will be lots of fashion included in this journey! A momma has to look good, right?

Comments

  1. UnknownSeptember 9, 2016 at 3:38 PM

    I'm so glad that God brought us to become friends so long ago wished we had more time to talk. I can't even tell you how many times I shared God's story in our lives as far as being committed in prayer. You inspire me in so many ways and thats Just how God shows himself in you your story and what I know about you over the years has helped me ignore the lack of knowledge in some people when they ask me if I'll ever be able to have children or how would I take care of it having a diverseability. Thank God that He does anything and everything He wants. May Jesus keep blessing you as you proclaim His name and open new doors for your business to reach new levels new clientel for His glory. Love you.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. UnknownSeptember 9, 2016 at 4:00 PM

      This made me cry sweet friend! I'm so grateful for you and God has big plans in store for your life <3

      Delete

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Tuesday Truth - Diverse Abilities on Screen

By -
Image
This is RJ Mitte.  He was in one of my favorite television shows of all time: Breaking Bad.  Mitte played the son of the main character, a teenage boy named Walter White, Jr.  Jr. is an interesting young man, who also happens to have cerebral palsy.  At first, I thought this actor was incredible, because his portrayal of a disability I was familiar with was awesome.  I'm ashamed to say, I assumed he was a typically abled person.  He's not, Mitte has cerebral palsy, and started his career in modeling! This guy is Sebastien Rene.  He played a severely disabled boy in the movies Starbuck and the American version, Delivery Man. While the disability this boy has in the movie is not labeled, I get the impression that his is a more severe cerebral palsy.  Rene's portrayal of disability was so impressive, actually, the producer, Steven Spielberg, wanted him to come back from the French Canadian production and reprise his role in the American film....
Read more

Welcome!

By -
Image
This is Amanda, my beautiful wife and the brilliant originator of the DiversAble Model Project!  This blog is an attempt to clarify some things, as well as provide an outlet for a coherent presentation of the DMP.  This is the place we will be showcasing both the models participating, as well as those allies that have stepped up and chosen to help empower these strong, fashionable women. The first model, and ally, whose profile we will be showcasing is the beautiful woman above and to the left!  As I've mentioned before, this is Amanda, and she has put in so much of herself into this project, you all deserve to get to know her better.  She's had a roller coaster ride of a life, full of ups and downs, but she's never backed down, she's never given up, she's never surrendered! Amanda was born in 1987, at a hospital that was then known as Our Lady of Mercy, one month overdue.  It wasn't until she was born that they figured out why.  Her disability made i...
Read more

Tuesday Truth - DiversAble Models in the Workplace

By -
Image
Let's face it, finding a job these days is quite a feat for everyone! Try adding a very visible, physical Diverse Ability and you've got a mountain to climb. I want to run today's Tuesday Truth as a real Q & A session, so I will answer ALL your questions regarding my experience as a person with Diverse Abilities in the workplace until 11:59pm tonight!! No question is stupid and if you're thinking it, there are at least 100 other people wondering the same thing... If you are unable to post your question directly on the blog, then please post it in the comments on Facebook or email me at amanda.frantz21@gmail.com! I'll be re-posting your questions and my replies here for everyone to see!! Every person who asks a question will be entered into a raffle to be drawn at Midnight!! The prize is unbeatable ;-) READY, SET, ASK!
Read more