Where the Journey Began
A traumatic accident changed my life, setting me on a path of recovery, self-discovery, and growth
“There is no going back to once was, I can only keep moving forward”
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The Astronaut On Earth
The reasons why I call myself an Astronaut On Earth, it turns out, have been growing as I have been learning more about astronauts, space, neuroscience, kinesiology, and continuing my rehabilitation from my Spinal Cord… Read more
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“Innerdependence”
Feb 12th Innerdependence – I love that this has the squiggles underneath! This is insane! THATS the word I was looking for! The idea of being able to THINK and do things on your own!!!… Read more
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Procedure List
So, This is kinda a doozy too. I am not sure if anyone had a chance to read my injury list, but this one is also alot to take in. If you are one of… Read more
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Injury List
So, what you’re about to read took me a couple of weeks after my accident for me to finally get a brief list from my doctors. It was surreal, lying in the hospital, waking up… Read more
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Big Body Moves, Artemis II & Project Hail Mary | Mar 29 – Apr 4 2026
A lot is happening on Earth and Space this week! Read more
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Where the Words Meet the Road / Morning Thoughts for SCI Recovery | Mar 22 – 28 2026
Trying to consolidate the information and neural training to my legs. Deep thoughts, concert, time in braces. Read more
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Bouquets in The Sky / More Movement Everyday – For SCI Rehab | Mar 15 – 21 2026
Longest distance yet! Read more
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It’s All In The Breath! High Five’s Award & New Films For SCI Rehab | Mar 8 – 14 2025
Busy week. Lots of Quick Updates. Don’t forget to Breathe. Read more
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Working on Time on My Feet! Wild Dreams For SCI Recovery | March 1 – 7 2026
What is it gonna take to hold myself up in these KAFOs!? Lots of fun dreams this week, and a great talk with my brother. Read more
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When Routine Settles In for SCI Recovery | Feb 22 – 28 2026
What a week filled with movement, balance, and continued effort! Read more
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MOVE MOVE MOVE! Brace Mods Round 2 for SCI Recovery | Feb 15 – 21 2026
Running on E but moving forward each day! Read more
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Brace Mods Round 2! For SCI Recovery | Feb 15 – 21 2026
Elliot’s help is helping me get up standing more often on my own! Read more
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Wrangling my GI & Moving Forward for SCI Recovery | Feb 8-14 2026
Busy Week wrangling my GI tract. Lots to manage, but moving forward and progressing! Read more
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Waking Things Up – New Seat Day! For SCI Rehab | Feb 1 – 7 2026
Movement and activation increase with new base of support! Read more
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I’m Joe! I am currently working on getting back on my feet, and living life after a pretty wild accident. Through this blog, I aim to share my insights, and experiences. Join me on this journey as we explore the world of relearning and navigating the world outside.
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