Category: Blog

On Disability

My lower back ached as I walked up the sidewalk’s slight incline on W 44th Street. “Nessi,” the endearing name of the neuromuscular stimulator that rests below my right knee, was turned up too much, increasing the irregularity of my already unique gait. I was exhausted, yet proud of myself, as I had just had […]

Hooper

Hooper, I want to begin by stating my utmost gratitude to you. You entered my life in a period of immense turmoil and immediately provided relief through your unconditional love, loyalty, and attention. Your companionship pulled me through the darkness. You had such a big heart—literally and figuratively—for such a little dog. Thank you for […]

My Personal Goals for 2025

There is no better time to define and refine long-term goals than the present. It also happens to be the first of January, making the current moment quite special. My relationship with goal setting has ebbed and flowed over time. During my freshman year of college, for instance, I was adamant about the practice; I […]

To Caroline: Our Proposal Story

As I shut off the engine and stepped out of our rental car, I took a moment to breathe. I felt the light Atlantic sea breeze on my skin and tasted its salty essence on my tongue. The Portland Head Light towered in front of me on a day too warm and sunny to be […]

Upending Negative, Self-Imposed Beliefs

When I was considering whether or not to move to New York City for work last year, I created an extensive pros and cons list. At the top of the cons list was city transportation. I am an ambulatory quadriplegic, meaning I can walk short distances even though I have varying degrees of paralysis in […]