Different Is Beautiful.
A community created by Christine Lumilan — a mom, educator, singer, and wheelchair basketball player with Cerebral Palsy — to remind the world that our differences are our greatest gifts.
"You are capable. You are valuable. You belong."
My disability has never been my whole story.
I was born with Cerebral Palsy. I am a mother of two amazing boys — Dawson, who has ADHD, and Christopher, who is autistic. I created A.B.L.E.D because I believe our differences should be celebrated, understood, and loved.
Read My Story →Accept By Loving Eachother's Differences
What We Stand For
Special Abilities, Not Special Needs.
Every person has unique gifts. We choose language that lifts people up.
See the Person First.
Before a diagnosis, a label, or a difference — there is a whole, beautiful human being.
You Belong Here.
This community isn't just a place to participate. It's a place to truly belong.
Your story matters.
Share it with us.
Join the A.B.L.E.D community wall — tell us who you are, where you're from, and what makes you beautifully different.
Share Your Story