Interdependence and vulnerability in society

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Two days ago, I discussed the massive amount of responsibility that having a disability has on a person. Today's post sort of goes along with the same subject. In both of the links below, authors explore the importance of the interdependence and vulnerability in society. Why? Because it humbles us, making us realize how lucky we are; it also makes us realize that having human contact is an essential part of life.

Please feel free to take a look:
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=91244099

Note: this second link is a part on the Disaboom webpage on which you have to subscribe
http://www.disaboom.com/Blogs/srains/archive/2008/06/08/discovering-the-strength-of-disability-interdependency.aspx