May 2024

From Tragedy to Triumph: My Journey of Resilience

From Tragedy to Triumph: My Journey of Resilience

My life was forever altered in January 2021 when what should have been a routine knee replacement surgery turned into a painful nightmare of unimaginable proportions. As I lay on the operating table, fate dealt me a cruel hand: a grave mistake during the procedure resulted in a catastrophic injury to my artery. What ensued was a whirlwind of medical interventions with five additional surgeries in just 12 days, all in a desperate attempt to rectify the damage. The excruciating pain was relentless. Despite the best efforts of medical professionals, I ultimately lost my right leg above the knee.

Posted on 5/21/2024


Attending Concerts as a Wheelchair User

Attending Concerts as a Wheelchair User

Being a wheelchair user doesn't stop me from loving music and wanting to see my favorite bands and singers perform. I love live music! There is just something about being in that crowd of people who all share the same love and passion for the performer on stage. Concerts give me a burst of energy and good vibes throughout my soul. But finding wheelchair accessible seats at concerts can come with plenty of challenges. Let's talk about this process and learn more about how to make it easier to go to a concert in a wheelchair!

Posted on 5/7/2024


Latest Comments

12/8/2025 | SoCalDBT
I love how these writeups highlight resilience without making it sound like a chore. More like a ...

12/7/2025 | Mish Barriere
Did you end up choosing the Subaru Ascent? My family is similar- 88 lb dog, adult son in tilt and...

4/6/2025 | Jim morse
Dave is a friend of 30 years and this could not have happened to a stronger person and his wife. ...

4/2/2025 | Michele Ferraro
Such an amazing story and to turn into something so positive

2/5/2025 | Keith Taylor
Proud of you. Nice POV.. keep climbing!

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