As people with disabilities (or as people in general), we often find ourselves having to prove that we are more than capable of doing certain things despite our struggles and limitations. Over and over and over. It is exhausting, it is hard. Sometimes we realize that we have to prove ourselves to those we expect to be our staunchest supporters, our loudest cheerleaders. When that happens, maybe it takes our breath away, maybe it shocks us, maybe it cuts deep into our soul. Often, we are left speechless, perhaps we feel slighted or insulted. Maybe as we process, all we can do is cry silent tears and send a text to a dear friend and mentor so we can be reminded of our worth. Maybe we need to laugh and vent with our best friend. Maybe we need to keep processing to move forward. We must always move forward- otherwise, bitterness destroys. When that happens, it becomes even easier for us to focus on our struggles and limitations. During times when abilities are called into question, we need...