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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Richard describes his self-esteem issues as a young person.

Here Ronald shares his feelings that animals are treated better than disabled children.

Here Christine talks about being taken to school for the first time.

Here Christine recalls an experience at school assembly.

Here David describes the focus on Woodwork in his school.

Here Christine describes studying and being told she couldn’t be a teacher because she was deaf.

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