Being the Krusty journalist that I am, I was pleased to find  a story that was more "Christmassy" in a way. This story was brought to my attention by my cousin Paul Underwood from the rock band Exit Wound. After researching this piece I though it would be something I should share with the world, so here goes eh.

I think we can all safely say we know people who are suffering from a debilitating disease, either physical or mental. For the most part people are at a loss to deal or cope with them. Family members or friends of a disabled person, sometimes are at a loss as to how to address these issues; furthermore, the afflicted in many cases are thrust into depression with the feeling of hopelessness.

Enter Vern Anderson. He has developed a newsletter (Abilities News) designed to assist the stricken, as well as help the families and friends who may have awkward questions and needs themselves. Truly this is a noble venture and it speaks volumes about this individual who has taken it upon himself to grasp this challenging endeavor.

Though Abilities News  is circulated around the City of Billings, Montana I believe this newsletter should circulated around the world. This is why I took it upon myself to share this venture with my readers since I believe humanity has no racial, cultural and national boundaries. And quite frankly, human beings worldwide are victims of all conditions that afflict both mind and body. So I am promoting this positive approach in an effort to offer hope and improve the quality of human beings who once thought they were forgotten. Well umm, after all I am the voice of the voiceless.

Vern does not like the terms "disabled" or "handicap" hence the title Abilities News. He focuses on what a person can do rather then focus on the debilitating aspects of any condition a person may have. He believes anything can be conquered and offers promise and hope rather then the stereotypical focus on inabilities society dwells on or simply ignores.

I can't think of a better qualified person to share in techniques and address issues once not spoken. His qualifications far surpass many professionals in this field because Vern lives with Cerebral Palsy. With 40 years of dealing with the condition, he has a unique perspective to share about dealing with lifelong challenges. Talk about insider information eh.

So I behoove all who read this suffer or know of others who suffer conditions of the body and mind to take a gander at Vern and his publication Abilities News. Vern is a true humanitarian and has my support and I think he deserves yours as well. Vern is my hero and a champion fore he is truly "The Voice of the Voiceless."

Join his sites, subscribe to his news letter, make a difference in peoples lives and remember "Humanity has no Disabilities."

www.myspace.com/abilitynews

www.abilitynews.net/

Your Devil's Advocate

Buffalohair