A Review of the Quantum Stretto Power Wheelchair
In my article How to Choose a Perfect Power Chair, I outlined my steps to look for…well, a perfect power wheelchair. In January 2021, it was time to research my options and try each chair that met my specifications. Hopefully, one wheelchair would “fit” just like Cinderella’s glass slipper. But
My Favorite Things I Read, Listened to, Watched, and Did in 2020
The year 2020 will be one for the history books – literally and figuratively. Although I can easily complain about 2020, I’m choosing to find the good that happened in the past twelve months. Yes, 2020 was hard. I had to learn to grieve the loss of loved ones without
The Best Gifts for Someone with a Spinal Cord Injury
In this article I will share my opinion on the best gifts for someone with a spinal cord injury. To explain this list, you need to know a bit about me: I’m a penny-pincher. But I also believe in the adage “you get what you pay for.” Many of these
My Secret for an Easily Packed and Organized Suitcase
If you have ever traveled, you’ve experienced it. Digging through a suitcase looking for that pair of pants you need right now. Inevitably, they’re on the very bottom and the contents of the suitcase become upended. However, I’ve found a solution. I think I’m a bit late to the game,
Shoes that Work for me as a Wheelchair User
In my experience, finding shoes that work for wheelchair users can be just as difficult as Prince Charming trying to slip Cinderella’s glass slipper on her step-sisters’ big feet.
My Favorite Things Gift List for Quadriplegics
Here’s a complete list of My Favorite Things gift list for quadriplegics (or paras). From the kitchen to personal care items to the living room, I hope these ideas will make life easier – and even bring joy – into your life.
My Favorite Things in the Kitchen
Let’s be honest. Cooking with a disability takes quite a bit of time and effort. With my Quadly Cooking recipes, I offer Tips & Tricks to making healthy meals. But in addition to easy shortcuts, good cooking utensils, gadgets and appliances are necessary. So I have made a list of
My New Favorite Bra is Made by True & Co.
Ever since my injury I’ve worn front closure bras. As a quad with limited hand function, these were my go-to for ease and function. But fewer front close bras – without a racerback – are being made. What’s a quadly girl to do?
My Favorite Things: E-Wand Mini-Blinds Starter Set (Video)
The E-Wand is a device that attaches to your mini-blinds. It allows you to open and close mini-blinds, as well Venecian and horizontal blinds, with the touch of a button. It’s officially on My Favorite Things list! No more living in a cave on sunny days or fumbling with difficult-to-turn
The Most Awesome Pants Ever Made – by Betabrand Yoga Dress Pants
Whether you use a wheelchair or not, finding a great pair of dress pants is never easy. Thankfully, I took a gamble buying Betabrand Dress Pant Yoga Pants. And it paid off. I found the perfect dress pants. Even as a wheelchair user.
Jenny Smith
After a spinal cord injury at 16, I discovered that a wheelchair could take me places I never dared to imagined.
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