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Push Girls Episode 13 Review: In The Deep End
In episode 13, Mia swims her first meet (and it’s against all able-bodied swimmers), Auti and Eric finally get some deep conversations going on having kids and Tiphany rolls a 5k. And you gotta watch Tiph do her faux chair “run” in Angela’s kitchen. And good news! Push Girls has been renewed for a second season! (look for it in 2013) SPOILERS AHEAD *** The episode begins by checking in with Mia at the pool, whose doing her last practice before her swim meet, and we get another melodramatic over dub of Mia’s story, and she talks about how hard it was to not be able to swim anymore (and…
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SCI Superstar: Zack Weinstein
Are you a fan of Glee? If so, you may already be familiar with Zack Weinstein. He’s the only person with paralysis in real life to be on the hit TV show Glee yet, and he’s slowly been making a name for himself in Hollywood since. Zack always knew he wanted to be an actor. We all know how a crazy accident can totally sent us off course, but Zach refused to let that happen. Despite an injury that could’ve made him change his entire life, Zach couldn’t let his passion go. Why he’s fearless After only one year into his schooling at Skidmore college, studying theater arts, Zach found…
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‘Iconic’ project needs disabled models
Have you ever wanted to try modeling and live in the UK (or can get there easily)? There is an upcoming photography project looking for you, searching for disabled models (and absolutely no experience is necessary). Elizabeth Waight, an able-bodied photographer in London, is the creative mind behind this exciting project which she has beautifully called ‘ICONIC?’ (the project has been copyrighted). The purpose of the project: “To subvert the current obsession with physical perfection” by recreating iconic photographs (from the last 100 years), but using people with disabilities instead. So far Elizabeth has already created a couple of images to get the public excited about her project. My favorite…
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Push Girls Episode 12 Review: Moving On
In episode 12, Mia and Tiphany go accessible apartment hunting so little miss Mia can get out of her grungy apartment and into a sexy “grown up” apartment she can be proud of. Not easy in LA, but is it anywhere really? Watch the girls visit the Rose Bowl farmer’s market to find Mia some stylish new things for her place. Also, Chelsie’s back story with her dad gets spotlighted, with her beginning to feel some reluctance in doing her “don’t do what I did” speeches at high schools. SPOILERS AHEAD *** This episode begins with Mia in her apartment feeding her parakeet Chirpy. We get the back story on Mia’s apartment. It’s…
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SCI Superstar: Marilyn Hamilton
When you were injured, what kind of wheelchair did you get? A lightweight manual or a powerchair? Either way, it sure wasn’t a 60 pound steel wheelchair. Times have changed a lot since ancient wheelchairs were made (praise God!), and we have Marilyn Hamilton thank for it, the co-founder of Quickie Wheelchairs. A driven businesswoman, Marilyn, 63, is without question one of the most successful people with spinal cord injuries in the corporate world. Her insatiable desire for success is what catapulted her to where she is today, and where she is, is pretty dang exciting. Read this entry
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Push Girls Episode 11 Review: Breaking the Ice
In episode 11, the girls get to do one of the best adrenaline rushes you can still get when paralyzed – downhill skiing. They head to Big Bear, Cali for the classic weekend ski getaway. Tiphany and Chelsie have fun rating hot men during the road trip there, Chelsie can’t calm her nerves before she skis and Angela has so much fun she can’t stop smiling. Also, watch Mia prove paraplegics can conquer the top bunk! SPOILERS AHEAD *** The episode begins with a flurry of activity at Angela’s house – all four girls are there, plus Chelsie, to pack for their trip to Big Bear (Auti’s idea. She’s the…
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Push Girls Episode 10 review: Out of Control
In episode 10, Auti’s overbearing nature is spotlighted. She and Eric mix words while recording tracks for their new CD, and the Colours ‘n Motion dance crew butt heads after Chelsie and Mia get sick of doing the same old routine. Tiphany also takes Chelsie mini-golfing! SPOILERS AHEAD **** This episode begins with Chelsie getting dropped off at Tiphany & Angela’s house. Chelsie is staying at the house because she’s in town for an upcoming performance with the Colors n’ Motion dance crew. The dance team is scheduled to perform at an “abilities event” at a nearby aquarium that weekend. Tiphany shows off her luggage pushing method with her footrests. Man that girl has some…
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Podcast #88: Jeff Charlebois, Cali comedian goes country
In podcast #88 of No Free Rides, Tiffiny is joined by Jeff Charlebois, a quadriplegic copywriter turned comedian who’s performed at over 150 colleges. Jeff is also a writer of several genres, including his latest dabble, country music song writing, and he shares his latest tune “Cougar Style” (oh yeah; a hilarious must listen).
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First SCI research bill to come up in Minnesota
Make sure to sign this if you live in MN, ok? This is the first time a spinal cord research bill has been proposed in Minnesota. Really hoping this passes. It would be fabulous to see my homestate get involved in this much-needed research. Sign the bill here (and share with your friends!)
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My first putt in 18 years
Check out what I did earlier this week. Oh…I just stood up and took my first putt on the green since 1993 (no big). So how do I look standing up? (not bad for being paralyzed for 18 years). If you have never seen or heard of the Paramovile before, you can learn all about it in my post on how the day went down (loved it, but my short game needs a lot of work). Read this entry
