Participants in the weekly cerebral palsy Twitter chat #CPChatNow enjoyed a familial and festive atmosphere Wednesday, March 24th, 2021. The night representing our community’s first “family reunion.” To tell you more I am chat co-host Zachary Fenell. All aboard this special recap.
As my co-host Devin Axtman and I hoped, the “family reunion” themed focus chat brought back familiar faces.
Beloved community member Hannah joined in on the reunion fun. Such a welcomed presence! After everyone exchanged their hellos, we started into the night’s designated questions.
Answers to the different questions brought up some commonalities. For example, with question two “How has your life changed since you participated in #CPChatNow?”
Long-time chat regular Jen answered the question, saying she has virtually gotten to know more people with CP. I responded, noting virtual connections can lead to real impact. A sentiment Hannah expressed with me in 2019 while recording a Youtube video “The Positives of Social Media.”
Devin further illustrated this fact when answering question three “How has your experience of disability changed (or not) since you started participating?”
In his answer Devin noted that our community has helped him become more confident in his disability. Other benefits our community has provided members arose when people answered question five, “How have the relationships you developed in #CPChatNow been of a benefit to you?”
Both Jen and our “Positivity Princess” Linds responded to the inquiry. Linds saying the chat helps to boost her energy levels. Meanwhile Jen indicated our chat gives her a place to connect with others who can relate with her struggles.
What about you? Answer for the week’s extend-the-conversation question “How have the relationships you developed in #CPChatNow been of a benefit to you?” Leave your response in the “Comments” section.
After you reply, set a reminder to join us on Twitter each and every Wednesday, The good times begin at 8pm ET.
Until then, remember. Don’t blend in. Blend out!
-Zachary
#CPChatNow 