In the Spotlight as Ms. Wheelchair Iowa
June 2, 2023
As a wheelchair user, I sometimes “stand” out in a crowd. I do not particularly enjoy this experience because I wish others had a deeper reason to... Read More.png)
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The opinions expressed in these blogs are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation.
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My Journey Back Underground
May 5, 2023
I have always enjoyed outdoor activities. I have been active in biking, hiking, rock climbing, camping, caving and more. Read More
Cooking is For Everyone: Creating an Inclusive Kitchen
April 30, 2023
When I was injured back in 2012, I felt like my world had turned upside down. As someone who has always been creative and loved cooking, I worried... Read More
From Eight to Twenty-Eight: Changing My Perceptions of Mobility Aids
April 19, 2023
Ableism is a reality everyone in the disability community will experience in their lifetime. Read More
Hopping On a Plane: My Spontaneous Expedition to Barcelona as a Wheelchair User
April 18, 2023
“Sometimes in life, you need to hop on the plane and see where it takes you.” Read More
Disability Empowerment on the Broadway Stage
April 17, 2023
I have been a big fan of musical theater since I was a child, with the first musical I ever saw being Hairspray when I was around eight years old. I... Read More
Another Day...
February 23, 2023
After I was wrongfully shot and paralyzed, another day would pass by. Friends, family, and strangers said that I should be happy. I was still alive,... Read More
An Inclusive Camping Adventure
February 20, 2023
The Inaugural Disability EmpowHer Camp in August 2021 provided a lot of “firsts” for me. It was my first time traveling alone. It was my first camp... Read MoreThe opinions expressed in these blogs are the author's own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation.