East Nashville, especially the Five Points area, is being revamped and influenced in a big way by artists, artisans, and entrepreneurs. It's a truly exciting time to stroll through these neighborhoods and hit all the quaint little shops in search of the perfect holiday gift. Unless you happen to be in a wheelchair, or on crutches, or use a walker. If you need any kind of mobility aid a great number of independently owned small businesses are inaccessible.
Read MoreGot your attention, didn't I? Do you find that directive offensive, because I sure do. Although most of you are bristling at the word "cripple" I find the idea that we need a separate set of instructions to talk to someone who is handicapped utterly off-putting and exclusionary.
Read More