President's Post

Vicky Garrison Editorial

Happy May! This time of year is one of my favorites since I am not a fan of cold weather. For many, Spring ushers in a time of increased energy, a newfound love for nature, or perhaps an activity not yet tried. For me, Spring renews my appreciation of life. I am grateful for surviving another long winter and appreciate the chance to get out, be active, and meet new people. It's a time to remind myself that my disabilities don't dictate my choices, opportunities, or mindset. Decisions and happiness don't depend on whether one walks, uses a wheelchair, or spends much time in bed.

In retrospect, before my wheelchair use, my level of satisfaction still relied on the paths I chose to traverse rather than my disability. No matter our circumstances, we alone decide whether to sit and watch the world go by or step into life and engage in our passions. Today, I encourage everyone to follow their passions! Spring is sprung, and there is no better time than today!

We have many summer activities available and continue to plan more. We recently held our first Spring meeting in several years, bringing revived and new friendships along with many good ideas!

I encourage you to mark your calendars on August 1st or August 3rd as potential dates for our summer picnic more information to come next month.

What will ignite your activity flame? Please get in touch with us if you read the newsletter and nothing seems to suit the bill! Through our many connections with others in similar situations, we're happy to help connect you with something that will ignite that flame of activity!

Like a child, be happy for no reason!

Vicky