CoM: CIAO! TODAY WE’RE INTERVIEWING COSTUMED CARNEVALE ATTENDEE, KORINNA WESTPHAL.

CoM: WHEN DID YOU GET INTRODUCED TO VENICE ITALY’S CARNEVALE?

KW: When I was a young woman I wanted to go to Venice Carnevale. Then, I had kids, family, and no partner to go to Venice. When the Muscular Dystrophy happened, I thought it would never be possible. Thankfully, a friend told me there are ramps over many bridges which meant I could do it after all. So, I took my heart and my husband and we went. It worked out very well. This year will be our 4th Carnevale!

CoM: WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT CARNEVALE?

KW: As a wheelchair user, people usually see the wheelchair first. In Venice Carnevale, they see the mask first. This is a different feeling.

COM: HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE CARNEVALE TO SOMEONE WHO HAS NEVER BEEN?

KW: It’s very special. I can’t really describe it. Carnevale is definitely an experience everyone should try to make happen so they can see it for themselves.

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