A few years ago at LAX, my flight had arrived early, and I sat alone, waiting for my ride to weave through L.A traffic to pick me up. Bored, I tried to kill some time … Read the rest
My Caregiver is Sick: What Happens When the Roles Reverse?
What happens when the “cheerleader” gets ill, that is, your caregiver can’t perform his/her duties due to illness? Difficult question and one I’m certain we have all dealt with at one time or another. I … Read the rest
Stunning Chic Modern Artistic Design Condo Remodeled by an Up and Comer Woman on Wheels
This lady has style, class, and the determination to make a difference. Not only in the recovery and function for people who have lived through her same spinal cord injury, but Natalie Barnhard provides an … Read the rest
My “Second” Birthday: The Day I Survived and My Life Changed Forever
June 11th, 2016 has just passed by. To some, it may just be another day. Although I was born on August 14th, this particular day in June is the day I feel my life began … Read the rest
Healthcare Reform is Critical for People with Disabilities: Wheelchairs are not “Luxuries”
Healthcare should not be as challenging as it is. Patients are often left fending for themselves, getting little direction from anyone. In addition, being willing to use necessary and potentially groundbreaking new products should be … Read the rest
My Road to Recovery After Betrayal…and The One Tinder Date That Rebuilt My Trust in Love
It seems like a lifetime ago I was candidly writing about my adventure back in the world of dating after a failed marriage. If you’ve read any of my writing prior you’ll know I’m not … Read the rest
Savor Our City “Walk And Wheel” Tours Now Available in South Florida Hot Spots!
Want To Do Something Different and Learn about an Exciting New City from the Culinary Experts?
Whether you take your new relationship, best friends, family or book as an independent explorer, this is something you … Read the rest
“Disability Rights are a Human Right” – Minorities must join together and build powerful coalitions
Recently, North Carolina, my home state, passed HB2 (House Bill 2, aka “the bathroom bill,” aka “Hate Bill 2”). The main portion of the bill, which has been politicized, is the bathroom portion of the … Read the rest
Beach Wheelchairs: Making Summer Fun Accessible for ALL
Beach wheelchairs make a trip to the ocean or lakeside more enjoyable for wheelchair users. These specialty wheelchairs are often built for all terrains, and some models even can transition from sand to water with … Read the rest
PUSHLiving Podcast #1 | Sam Morris Shares the Secret to A Zen Life on Wheels
PushLiving 001: Sam Morris
Sam Morris, a native of Maine, now residing in LA, and paraplegic since 1999 is a powerful first interview that set the tone for the type of depth, insight, and real … Read the rest
Voices of the Community: Bogus Service Dogs – The Scam Co-Opting the Rights of the Disabled
A wheelchair-using paraplegic starring in the Life Story of Actor Blair Underwood
For all of you non-Hollywood types who don’t keep up with the headlines from Variety, you may have missed the big announcement last week from entertainment hit machine Miscast Productions. Miscast announced that yours truly … Read the rest