Yup, I’m turning the big 3-5. And I’m finally getting to the realization that I’m not as spry as I once was.
But I digress. With my birthday coming up, I’m taking to Facebook with a unique request.
For my birthday this year, I’m asking my friends, family and acquaintances to help me support an incredible organization, Arizona Disabled Sports.
Read MoreWe are all fighting battles. Some fight on a battlefield. Others fight within themselves. But we are all searching for victories in our own wars.
But no matter where or what you’re fighting for, it’s important to remember just how strong we can be.
More than 20 years ago, most of my physical strength left me. My arms and legs weakened by an illness I couldn’t see and condition that seemed insurmountable. As I laid motionless in that hospital bed, surrounded by tubes and cables, I learned the true meaning of "strong."
Read MoreThis past week, the world mourned the loss of Stephen Hawking.
The brilliant man and physicist has forever changed the way we view the cosmos and his impact on our society can’t be denied.
Along with his incredible intellect, Hawking is also known for his fight with ALS.
His computerized voice is well known throughout the science and pop culture world, so his death brought sentiments from around the world.
Read MoreThis year marked the 20th anniversary of me becoming a quadriplegic.
And among the past two decades, I’ve learned plenty of important lessons. But none more important than the need to have a quality sense of humor.
Sure, there aren’t many things to laugh about when you’ve spent eight months in the hospital and haven’t taken a step in over 8,000 days, but if you look hard enough, you might be able to crack a smile every now and then.
Read More20 years. I can't believe it's been two decades.
Read MoreSometimes, my life is nothing if not a series of awkward encounters.
Read MoreIt's very much an uncertain future for people with disabilities.
Read MoreRecently, I decided to take the plunge and dive head first into Tinder, the popular mobile dating app.
Read MoreNice job, Zach!
Read MoreA challenge where you're not supposed to move? Now that's a challenge I can get behind!
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