Morning Motivation: Cherishing Life’s Simple Gifts

How do significant life events or the passage of time influence your perspective on life? At 36, my MS diagnosis cast a new light on life’s path, turning struggles into pieces of a larger puzzle. It explained the trips, the unexpected falls, and brief moments of double vision. While some symptoms have faded, others, like…

The Procrastination Box: Conquering the Chaos of the ‘For Later’ Pile Before a New Week Begins

Something on your “to-do list” that never gets done. The later box. We all have that one spot in our homes – a drawer, a corner, or in my case, a box. It’s where intentions go to pause, a temporary home for items we plan to deal with ‘later.’ But as days turn into weeks,…

If I won the lottery

If I Won the Lottery: Accessibility, Giving Back, and Living with Purpose

What would you do if you won the lottery? Winning the lottery wouldn’t just be about luxury—for me, it would be about transformation. As a mom living with MS, my first priority would be to create a fully accessible home that supports both independence and comfort.Building a Life Without Barriers✔ Mortgage? Paid off.✔ Home adaptations?…

Independence with a motorized wheelchair

Day 2 with My Motorized Wheelchair: Cooking, Independence & Small Wins

Day two with my motorized wheelchair wasn’t just about mobility—it was about freedom, confidence, and delicious meals. A Kitchen Win: Cooking Without Limits After a light gym session, I headed straight into the kitchen and whipped up blueberry sweet potato pancakes. The mix of cassava flour and sweet potatoes didn’t just smell amazing—it got an…

My Motorized Wheelchair Redefines Indoor Mobility

First Spin at Home: My Motorized Wheelchair Redefines Indoor Mobility

Kicked off yesterday with my new motorized wheelchair and it’s already reshaping my daily routine. There was a bit of a mix-up with Hoverround forgetting some key bolts for the controller, but I’m tackling that head-on. This wheelchair isn’t just about moving around; it’s about transforming my home into a more manageable, convenient space. Especially…

Flowing with Taoism: My 2024 Leadership Mantra

What makes a good leader? Recently, I’ve been exploring Taoism to embrace the concept of ‘flow’ for 2024. This philosophy inspires a leadership style that’s like a gentle stream – calm, yet purposeful. It’s about guiding with ease and understanding, rather than exerting force. In this approach, I see leadership as a friendly nudge in…

The Jazz of Coloring: A Stage of Hues and Emotions

Introduction:There’s a certain magic that happens on stage – a symbiosis between performer and audience, a shared heartbeat in the rhythm of the moment. As a jazz vocalist, I lived for those exchanges; the immediate feedback was my compass, guiding each note I sang. The Live Connection:On stage, the reaction is instantaneous. A held breath,…

Flow, Space, and Accessibility: Navigating Home Life with MS in 2024

The Realization of Flow and SpaceMy journey this year started with a plan to embrace ‘flow’ in my daily life. However, a recent session with Insight Timer, guided by Alex Ellie, brought an enlightening perspective to my plan. It wasn’t just about creating a continuous movement in my life; it was also about understanding the…

Chess Moves in the Kitchen: My Journey to Easy Planning

Hey there! So, I’ve started something new recently, and guess what? It’s working wonders! It’s all about planning my day like a game of chess, but way more chill and in my own kitchen. Yesterday, we decided on tacos for dinner right in the morning. Sounds simple, right? But this small step of planning ahead…