The Astronaut on Earth

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Where the Journey Began

A traumatic accident changed my life, setting me on a path of recovery, self-discovery, and growth

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“There is no going back to once was, I can only keep moving forward”

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • “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

  • Accident + ICU: Jake’s Perspective

    8/31/25 Joe – Where were you when you found out about the accident? It was Thursday, May 18. I was working in Olivet, Michigan, across from the college, on a job with Mitch, Hank, and… Read more

  • Accident + ICU: Jessie’s Perspective

    So I wanted to ask my siblings their perspective from this whole ordeal and accident. It’s been a lot to take in by myself, and what Jess has told me was definitely something to stir… Read more

  • Accident + ICU: Laura’s Perspective

    My sister, Laura’s Account. Laura’s my immediate older sister, 2yrs older than me. We’re pretty dang close. This is all written from her perspective. Reading and editing this made me cry more times than I’d… Read more

  • Accident + ICU: Paul’s Perspective

    Brother Paul’s perspective Read more

  • Accident + ICU: John’s Perspective

    John’s Account – My younger, “bigger” brother Read more

  • About Me

    I’m a 30 yr old from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I was in a horrific motorcycle accident, and this is my journey back to living. I’m working on my legs, my core, my central nervous system (ANS)… Read more

Welcome to my blog!

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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