With humor and some sarcasm, I work my way through life's storms to find the Dance. I try to remember this, especially as I work through my Multiple Sclerosis journey. My body certainly thinks it is funny to get in the way of my plans. Picking, adjusting, creating alternate plans, and knowing when to ditch… Continue reading Hello!
Adventure Hot Air Balloon
Hello! I haven't blogged in a while. I think it's time to give you an update. I haven't forgotten about my adventure challenge. But I had to take some time to work on my support system and my health. I have been getting out more to stores, the neighborhood, and events nearby. My latest Adventure… Continue reading Adventure Hot Air Balloon
Review of Wheelchair Accessibility of Massanutten Ski Resort
I recently took my sons to Massanutten Ski Resort, Virginia, and this is a review of our experience. I picked Massanutten because they work with a group that provides adapted skiing options. Ratings on a 10-point scale: For my 1st time, snowboarding teen sons: 10 Arranging accessible lodging: 10 Accessible lodging: 10 Wheelchair accessibility of… Continue reading Review of Wheelchair Accessibility of Massanutten Ski Resort
Wheelchair Ice Skating!
Hello! A full review of my visit to Massanutten Ski Resort is coming soon. Here is a highlight: ♿️ skating! Yes, power wheelchair on ice rink! Wheelchair Ice Skating
Challenge – Travel 2
Hello! I mentioned that traveling to Germany is one of my dreams. There are a few challenges keeping me from feeling confident about the trip. I have identified a few milestones and resources to help me become confident enough for a transatlantic flight with a power wheelchair. Milestones include learning German, updating my passport, a… Continue reading Challenge – Travel 2
Challenge – Travel
Leaving your home anytime when you require a mobility aid device makes you feel extra. I do miss the days when I could throw on a coat, grab my purse and keys, drive anywhere, dash across a parking lot, and enter any building. Now I need to plan for help to get ready, to drive… Continue reading Challenge – Travel
Challenge – Dog Training 2
Hello! I wrote about training my dog to find/get/bring. Here is how we did that. I started with treats. 1st Round was throwing treats off the deck while she sat, waiting next to me. "Find treat" was the release from sit and go search command. "Good girl, you find treat!" I said as soon as… Continue reading Challenge – Dog Training 2
Challenge – Dog Training
Hello! My German Shepherd was 18 months old when I adopted her from a regional rescue. She wasn't bothered by my wheelchair, loud noises, or commotion around her. She was already gentle and partially trained. I was looking for a dog that I could train to do some service dog tasks and be a family… Continue reading Challenge – Dog Training
Challenges
Hello! There are different kinds of challenges. Challenges can be obstacles between you and what you want to do. They can be assignments from others. Maybe even dares, good and bad. Sometimes, they are puzzles begging to be solved. I like these a lot. My favorite kind of challenges are those that make me grow… Continue reading Challenges
Cat Day Puzzle
Hello! In honor of Cat Day, I created a small crossword puzzle. Cat Themed Crossword Puzzle Vermont cat Eats lasagna BIG Cat Aristocat Thomas O'Malley type Marie brother Jerry's frenemy President's cat
Wheelchair Costume
Hello! I love handing out candy on Halloween. I sit out on the steps, or now porch. It is fun checking out all of the kids' costumes! I always at least dress up with Halloween theme clothes and accessories. Cat ears or some kind of witch hat is added, too. Last year's witch hat even… Continue reading Wheelchair Costume
Life, Humor, and MS 