Hoa
Hoa's disabilitly, not to mention financial hardships, doesn't prevent her from smiling. She is surrounded by a very supportive husband and 2 beautiful children making her "very lucky".
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The conquest of Vietnam by France began in 1858 and was completed by 1884. It became part of French Indochina in 1887. Independence was declared after World War II, but the French continued to rule until 1954 when they were defeated by Communist for... [read more]
The conquest of Vietnam by France began in 1858 and was completed by 1884. It became part of French Indochina in 1887. Independence was declared after World War II, but the French continued to rule until 1954 when they were defeated by Communist for... [read more] Blog: Seeing Strength, Not Weakness
Date: April 6th 2008
Insight On Disabled Life In Vietnam This time last year a group of 65 disabled adults contacted Karen. This special group all live in or near Hoi An and are all disabled in some way - some through accidents, some through cerebral palsy or polio. Meeting with the group sounds like a feat in itself. Very few cafes and meeting places are wheelchair accessible. Here are some notes taken f ... read more
Date: April 6th 2008
Insight On Disabled Life In Vietnam This time last year a group of 65 disabled adults contacted Karen. This special group all live in or near Hoi An and are all disabled in some way - some through accidents, some through cerebral palsy or polio. Meeting with the group sounds like a feat in itself. Very few cafes and meeting places are wheelchair accessible. Here are some notes taken f ... read more
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I began traveling in my early twenties and found that the experience offered a mind opening perspective of life in relation to the lives of others around the world. Since then, I've explored over 40 different countries, immersed in their cultures and customs, many of which lack the freedom of artistic creation and expression. Recognizing the many opportunities she was afforded in life, like an art education, would become the driving force behind my motivation...... full info
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