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Accessible Rome – The Pantheon
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Accessible Rome – The Pantheon

My time in Rome was short – just a day and a half- which hardly even … Accessible Rome – The PantheonRead more

by Julie Clawson•August 5, 2025August 5, 2025•0
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On the Americans with Disabilities Act Turning 35

July 26, 2025 marks the 35th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. … On the Americans with Disabilities Act Turning 35Read more

by Julie Clawson•July 24, 2025•2
Visiting San Bernardino alle Ossa in a Wheelchair
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Visiting San Bernardino alle Ossa in a Wheelchair

When I started researching what sites I wanted to see in Milan, Italy (and if they … Visiting San Bernardino alle Ossa in a WheelchairRead more

by Julie Clawson•July 14, 2025•0
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Disability and the 4th of July

You know how sometimes your brain makes connections between things and then stores it in a … Disability and the 4th of JulyRead more

by Julie Clawson•July 4, 2025July 3, 2025•0
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Austin Playhouse Accessibility Review

Austin is a city for the arts. There is a reason we are called the “live … Austin Playhouse Accessibility ReviewRead more

by Julie Clawson•June 30, 2025June 29, 2025•0
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Traveling with a Disability? – Be Kind to Yourself

I know there are differing approaches to travel with pros and cons to all of them. … Traveling with a Disability? – Be Kind to YourselfRead more

by Julie Clawson•June 25, 2025June 25, 2025•0
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Accessibility is NOT One-Size-Fits-All

Let’s face it, when it comes to just about anything the one-size-fits-all label never actually does. … Accessibility is NOT One-Size-Fits-AllRead more

by Julie Clawson•June 20, 2025June 19, 2025•0
How Accessible are the Bernina Train Tours from Milan?
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How Accessible are the Bernina Train Tours from Milan?

  If you go on any site offering tours in and around Milan (like Get Your … How Accessible are the Bernina Train Tours from Milan?Read more

by Julie Clawson•June 18, 2025June 18, 2025•0
Explaining My Disabilities
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Explaining My Disabilities

Disability is complicated. And very personal. Most people don’t want to share their private medical information … Explaining My DisabilitiesRead more

by Julie Clawson•June 14, 2025June 14, 2025•0
Welcome to Turning Aside
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Welcome to Turning Aside

Welcome to my new blog. For those who might be wondering, the name of this blog … Welcome to Turning AsideRead more

by Julie Clawson•June 7, 2025June 12, 2025•0

Welcome

Julie at the Colosseum in Rome

Hi, I’m Julie Clawson – writer, mother, wanderer – an educated, vaccinated, geeky, woke cat lady discovering how to navigate life with disabilities. From accessible trip reports and reviews to musings on life, this blog explores my attempts to turn aside to the wonder of the present moment.

Recent Posts

  • Accessible Rome – The Pantheon
  • On the Americans with Disabilities Act Turning 35
  • Hotel Andreola Central Milan – Accessibility Report
  • Visiting San Bernardino alle Ossa in a Wheelchair
  • Disability Pride Showcase

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Austin, TX

TurningAsideBlog@gmail.com

Recent Posts

  • Accessible Rome – The Pantheon
  • On the Americans with Disabilities Act Turning 35
  • Hotel Andreola Central Milan – Accessibility Report
  • Visiting San Bernardino alle Ossa in a Wheelchair
  • Disability Pride Showcase

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Turning Aside is the blog of Julie Clawson – a writer, mother, and wanderer living in Austin, Texas discovering now to navigate life with disabilities. From accessible trip reports and reviews to musings on life, this blog explores her attempts to turn aside to the wonder of the present moment.

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Musings on savoring life's journey with a disability

  • About
  • Turning Aside
  • My Disabilities
  • Writings