Wow. That is a powerful story - a narrative that informs and teaches. Did you share that memory with Linnea? Or did it just not come up in response to her questions? If not, can I convince you to share it with her? Please.
Tell me more. Your struggles are why I always feel guilty in saying - and even deny - that I am handicapped. I have never experienced such differential treatment, and although challenged, I have never had "real" challenges.