Defining Success As An Amputee   What is success?Can any one person define success for the world?Of course not!As an amputee we need to remember that. Success id what you make of your life and where you’ll find contentment and

Let’s Get Real  You’ve been through a lot. You had an amputation, you’ve healed, you’ve gotten fitted for your first socket.Today you go in to put it all together and walk out the door and on with your life, right? E

Taking Action During “Construction”  We are all a work in progress. That’s life, right? We all have those moments where you feel you are working on something in your life. Your health, a career, or relationships, you name i

A Journey of a Thousand Miles Must Begin With a Single Step-Lao Tzu. Traveling is exciting but can also be stressful. Packing the right clothing for the weather, the events, and what makes you feel amazing. You try to pack neatly and concisely

Setting Goals & Thinking Positively to Live The Life of Your Dreams  Successful people know how to succeed and what it takes to succeed.So what is it? What do they know that you don’t?Everyone knows that hard work pays off and th

Healing Physically, Adapting Mentally and Emotionally Amputation isn’t just the act of amputating a limb.It isn’t just surgery, heal, and walk.This is a process. It takes time, money, patience, and a whole lot of grit!Unfortunately,

Knowing Who and What To Ask About Amputation  Becoming an amputee is so surreal. Electing to have it done is a choice I never thought I would have to make.It brings about fears, anxieties, questions, and so much uncertainty.How do you know

 This has been a weekend!Everything was set up perfectly. A family getaway for a long weekend, before our youngest goes back to college, and bringing the dogs to see the ocean for the first time. I couldn’t be happier!We got to Carlsbad, Ca

That is the QuestionAmputation is a difficult road, one that can change direction quickly, even after you heal.For many amputees the surgical side of their life isnt over. Many of us end up needing a TMR surgery or even a revision, while others will h

Amputation is a tough road. If you make the decision to amputate or if your limb is taken from you by accident or disease it’s a bumpy ride, right from the get go.Most people assume that once you get through the surgical part and physically heal