Making Incredible Memories

Six years ago, I lost my ability to walk. And that’s when I found my confidence. In a pair of shoes. I didn’t grow up caring about fashion. I was a gymnast. Then a soldier.

Have you ever heard of a “miracle flight”? It’s the term people use—usually with judgment—when someone needs a wheelchair to board a plane but not to exit it. And honestly? The judgment around this drives

Comparison Is the Thief of Compassion We’ve all heard that comparison is the thief of joy — but I think it’s also the thief of compassion and understanding. When we start comparing our struggles to

My daughter’s getting married! And I got to be there for the proposal. When I found out that my daughter’s boyfriend intended to propose on their visit to Colorado Springs this weekend, I asked my

After a good night’s sleep following such a long but wonderful day, we got up and began our drive to Mackinac Island. It was a beautiful day and an easy drive. We enjoyed the random

I have an “accidental” travel goal to see all 50 states. I say accidental, because I did not set out to attain such a goal until I had already seen over 35 states. (Thank you

Recently, my husband and I celebrated our anniversary with a trip to Las Vegas. I’m going to share other posts about our experience, but the first one I wanted to write was about the helicopter