With everything that has happened over the past two years, I am especially thankful. It’s a crazy thing that this COVID-19 pandemic is still going
How I Experienced Thanksgiving in a Different Way
November is here and Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Last year, my Thanksgiving was completely different. I made the decision to leave New York.
How the Cold Weather Affects My Spinal Cord Injury
As the seasons change and the cold weather starts to blow in, my body changes quite a bit. I wonder how other people’s bodies react?
Disabilities in the Workplace
Throughout my life, I’ve noticed there’s been a stigma regarding individuals who have disabilities in the workplace. I’m very thankful to work with a company
Understanding Disabilities and Stereotypes
Stereotypes are everywhere, including in the disability world. When people see someone who is in a wheelchair, often they assume the person is completely paralyzed
Marriage Lessons I’ve Learned
On October 23rd, my husband and I celebrated our first wedding anniversary! We spent the weekend exploring a new city, having a great dinner, sipping
World Mental Health Day
In October, we celebrated World Mental Health Day. This day made me realize that there are different ways people cope with stress. I thought I’d
Hitching a Ride with Dad on Halloween
I am the father to a three year old and a five year old. Unlike most daddies, my disability means that I can’t pick them
My Experience with COVID-19
Back in September, I traveled out to California where I learned how to scuba dive and earned my certification. It was awesome. When my trip
Fall has Arrived for Wheelchair Users
If you have a spinal cord injury like me, you understand how we become cold very easily. It’s your first clue that summer is coming
Returning to School as a Disabled Adult
I have decided (after many conversations with my family) that it was time for me to return to school and pursue my graduate degree. For
My Favorite Fall Flavors
It’s pumpkin seed season! While I love seeing the trees change their colors, one of my favorite things about fall is all the different fall