Troy Kotsur made history as the first deaf man to win an Oscar, earning best supporting actor for his role in “CODA”
Troy Kotsur made history as the first deaf man to win an Oscar, earning best supporting actor for his role in “CODA” Kotsur played Frank Rossi, the father of a teenager who struggles to help her family’s fishing business while pursuing her own aspirations in...
With a new world record: Francisca Mardones wins gold for Chile at the Tokyo Paralympic Games
Chilean Francisca Mardones won a gold medal in the women's F54 shot put at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games....
Eunate Arraiza – Left-handed Side on The Athletic Club of First Division in Spain
Support from her family, willpower, and passion for soccer make this player a winner. She is the only deaf professional player. "To play in an empty stadium is better for me but, I would love to go back to normal...
Jacqueline du Pré
Jacqueline du Pré, (born January 26, 1945, Oxford, England—died October 19, 1987, London), British cellist whose emotive style propelled her to international stardom by age 20. Although du Pré’s playing career was cut short by illness, she is regarded as one of the 20th century’s...
Zhang Haidi: An extraordinary Woman
We begin our blog noticing a few women and men that have been courageous during their life time. They battled day by day with their physical conditions turning it into an advantage. We respect and cherished their art, leadership and legacy to the world. ...
Heroines of our time
We begin our blog noticing a few women and men that have been courageous during their life time. They battled day by day with their physical conditions turning it into an advantage. We respect and cherished their art, leadership and legacy to the world. ...
Itzhak Perlman: The Violinist who conquers himself
Itzhak Perlman contracted polio at the age of four. He made a good recovery, learning to walk with the use of crutches. Today, he generally uses crutches or an electric Amigo scooter for mobility and plays the violin while seated. Itzhak Perlman made his debut...
Folk Artist Maud Lewis 1903-1970, Nova Scotia, Canada. One of my favorite Painters.
Maud Lewis. Her strong spirit and kindness toward life touched me deeply when I saw the film about her life. There is a childish positive attitude and strong will to overcome any trouble or physical impediment....
Heroines And Heroes of our Time
We begin our blog noticing a few women and men that have been courageous during their life time. They battled day by day with their physical conditions turning it into an advantage. We respect and cherished their art, leadership and legacy to the world. ...