Emily Stahl Design Co

02/08/2026

Today at 12:30 - I can’t wait to celebrate and have a fireside chat with some of the authors from It’s About Time!

01/27/2026

January Blog Post
(My Creating Inclusivity site will be back soon, just not in my budget right now, so I’m sharing here.)

When you’re diagnosed in your twenties with a rare neuromuscular disorder, there’s a constant stress of not knowing. Not knowing what the future holds. Not knowing if there will ever be a cure. Not knowing if things will get worse. I can almost mentally handle that since I t feels like a future problem.

What’s harder lately is the not knowing on a daily basis. When I leave the house, I don’t know where the next accessible bathroom will be. And if there is one, will it actually work for my needs? Will the floor be slick? Can I get up on my own? Is there a grab bar, if there is, can I use it? Is the toilet high enough?

Before I even leave, my mind is already running. Is today a rollator day? Will I have enough energy? I hope I don’t fall. If I need a wheelchair, will someone be able to push me? If I sit down, will I be able to get back up? I used to only worry about armrests, now I need a higher seat. If it’s not high enough, I need my Sit’nStand portable lift. If I bring that, can I carry it? Is the battery charged? Do I have a backup if it dies? What will people think when they hear it turn on? I usually joke, “Oh that’s just me, lifting myself up, trying to live a ‘normal’ life.”
These are just a few of the thoughts I have every time I leave the house. It’s mentally and physically exhausting. I plan everything in advance, so if I ask a lot of questions before going somewhere, this is why. I feel safest when I’m with someone, especially when it comes to not being stranded in a bathroom.

Sometimes these moments turn into funny stories later. But the daily struggle is real. I’m not wheelchair-bound. I can walk a little, just not far. My triceps and quads are weak. I can walk, but getting up is hard. And that constant cycle in my head is exhausting.

If you made it this far, thank you for listening. If this helps you better understand someone in your life, I hope you’ll carry it with you and maybe offer a little extra patience, kindness, or accessibility when you can. If this resonates, feel free to say hi in the comments. 💖

01/05/2026

It’s launch day! 🤭💙

We are LIVE on AMAZON & the "TOP NEW RELEASE! 📖✨

Honored to be part of an incredible anthology compiled by Kelley Lamm - Montgomery, It’s About Time with 35 authors, myself included who BRAVELY shared their stories.

➡️ORDER TODAY! Share with friends. Help us make these women BESTSELLERS and remind someone they are not alone.

It truly is About TIME. 🤍

01/05/2026

✨ It’s ABOUT TIME is officially LIVE on Amazon!
ORDER NOW by scanning the QR Code or click this link:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GDRW9LJD

This book carries powerful stories, brave voices, and pivotal moments from women who chose courage over comfort.

Your purchase today truly matters!💛
We’re inviting our community to help us reach bestseller status.

These stories will touch you, inspire you, and remind you it’s never too late to begin again. Portion of all proceeds will benefit Lydia's House - St. Louis.

12/30/2025

I’m so excited to be part of “It’s About TIME” Anthology with Kelley Lamm! I had the pleasure of being interviewed by her. ✨

This compilation launches January 5, 2026 on Amazon. Link provided on January 5th.

Graphic Designer & Lettering Artist

12/29/2025

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays ✨🎄💖✨ I’m so thankful for each and every one of you. 🫶 I a little tumble on Christmas and ended up with a sprained ankle, but my spirits are still high. I’m resting, rotating pajamas, and quietly working on a few projects over here. Hope you’re enjoying that magical week where no one knows what day it is between Christmas and New Years. My toughest decision right now? Which pajama set deserves NYE. How are you holding up?
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