My friend, designer and mentor once told me: “the art is yours, take it, and run. I’m just here for the adventure, as you took
Why We Celebrate Memorial Day
Memorial Day is special for most veterans, although some people are still confused about what Memorial Day represents. I am a veteran, so I get
Funny Interactions with Others About My Wheelchair
Recently, my family and I attended a small gathering with friends. My friends have a beautiful home complete with a nice backyard, comfortable patio and
The Benefits of Disability Activism
As my day job, I am a university professor. Most people know that this involves teaching college classes to young adults. What most people who
Celebrating Mother’s Day and What My Mom Does for Me
Mothers are gentle, kind, resilient and tough, all at the same time. I sometimes wonder how my mother handles so many things at once. She
How Doggy Daycare Saved Me
In March of 2020, when the pandemic first began, I was excited to work from home. I thought we’d all be working from home for
Participating in Activities as a Wheelchair User
The first year or two after my injuries, I was still trying to get comfortable using a wheelchair. So, I felt like a burden. When
Living Life with a Disability
Disability is a physical condition limiting a person’s movements, senses, or activities. It is a foreign concept for some, but it is a part of
Enjoying Spring Weather and Celebrating Easter
It’s about that time of year again. Spring is starting! Pretty much all the snow is gone now and it’s starting to warm up. It’s
Important Things We Can Do to Protect Our Planet
We all know that April is the month to get out and enjoy the nice weather but it’s about Earth Day as well. We need
Adventures in Dog Walking in My Stretto
My parents are always imagining the worst-case scenario, especially when I want to go outside alone in my wheelchair. “What if you get hit by
My Expertise in Understanding the Weather
Spring is here, which means the warm weather is on its way. You may not realize this, but I consider myself an expert in understanding