I do believe it’s time for another adventure

Categories Travel
I do believe it’s time for another adventure

I’m not the type of person to let my injury affect what I love or who I am – especially when it comes to traveling. The last few days I’ve been getting ready for a trip to Mexico. While I’ve managed to continue traveling since my injury it’s definitely different for a variety of reasons – one being packing. I’ve always hated packing because I stress out about what clothes/outfits to bring on trips … I’m such an over packer. But now packing is even…Continue Reading “I do believe it’s time for another adventure” →

What do you want to be when you grow up?

Categories Life
What do you want to be when you grow up?

Growing up my parents taught my brother and me we could do anything we set our minds to. As I’ve gotten older I’ve realized I’m very much like my dad; while he has a wide array of careers he thinks I’d be good at or should pursue – he’s a big dreamer – I have quite the vision for myself. I call my boyfriend, Marty, every week and tell him something new I’m going to do with my life. Because he’s so great he quietly…Continue Reading “What do you want to be when you grow up?” →

Standing more each day

Categories Recovery, Rehab
Standing more each day

Getting ready for the exoskeleton I get to use for therapy this fall – I’ll be a walking robot. Exoskeletons are only designed for paraplegics not quadriplegics (like me) meaning you need to have your core – something I do not have. However, I know if I work my butt off between now and October I’ll be strong enough to do it. Tell me I can’t do something and it’ll just make me want to prove you wrong. With having a spinal cord injury comes…Continue Reading “Standing more each day” →

A day in my life – things you might not know

Categories Life
A day in my life – things you might not know

Some of you may have read this post before – a few years ago I posted it on my Facebook but I figured it was relevant and a good way to start this blog. Before my accident I’d obviously seen people in wheelchairs, but never knew what all it entailed. I always thought paralysis meant you couldn’t move your legs and that was it. Little did I know, speaking solely about my spinal cord injury (SCI), you can’t use your fingers, hands, or core either – just for…Continue Reading “A day in my life – things you might not know” →