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Showing posts with label The 12 Days of Inspiration. Show all posts
Showing posts with label The 12 Days of Inspiration. Show all posts

January 3, 2014

The 12 Days of Inspiration: Day Twelve

On the twelfth day of inspiration my OT gave to me:
Clara Hughes, a Canadian Olympic athlete in both the summer and winter games for cycling and speed skating.  She set world records by becoming the first Olympic athlete to win medals at both the summer and winter games.  Clara is an inspiration to the world not only for her athletic accomplishments, but as a spokesperson about depression issues from which she suffers. Hughes uses her struggles with depression to help others and to help combat fight the stigma involved with mental health. This year Clara began annual bike rides across the country in order to raise awareness about mental health

January 2, 2014

The 12 Days of Inspiration: Day Eleven

On the eleventh day of inspiration my OT gave to me:
The heart-warming story of a father hearing his daughter sing for the first time.  Because of an innovative new hearing device, Ken Stehle deaf for over 50 years, was finally able to hear his daughter Ashley's beautiful singing voice during a special solo performance dedicated to him.  

January 1, 2014

The 12 Days of Inspiration: Day Ten

On the tenth day of inspiration my OT gave to me:
An amazing story of brotherly love; Conner and Cayden Long.  Conner, age 9 wanted to bond with his seven year old brother Cayden who suffers from  hypertonic cerebral palsy, a condition rendering him unable to speak or walk.  Their brotherly bond was strengthened by competing in triathlons together as a team.  Though they often finish last they share an amazing bond and were named Sports Illustrated "SportsKids of the Year" for 2012. 

December 31, 2013

The 12 Days of Inspiration: Day Nine

On the ninth day of inspiration my OT gave to me:
Michael  Sirota.  Michael is a decorated black belt (look through his bio) and is giving the gift of martial arts to people with disabilities through his inclusive martial arts program in Richmond BC.  (http://www.sirotasalchymy.com/)

December 30, 2013

The 12 Days of Inspiration: Day Eight

On the eighth day of inspiration my OT gave to me:
The Tutu project.  The story of a loving husband supporting his wife through breast cancer treatment.  Bob Carey started taking photos of himself in a pink tutu as a way to bring a smile to the face of his wife Linda while she was undergoing chemotherapy.  What started small has grown into "The Tutu Project"  and Bobs photos have helped thousands of women suffering from breast cancer find something to smile and laugh about.  Bob Carey and his pink tutu are truly an inspiration across the world. 

December 27, 2013

The 12 Days of Inspiration: Day Seven

On the seventh day of inspiration my OT gave to me:
The amazing transformation of Arthur Boorman.  Arthur, an injured paratrooper in the Gulf War, returned home to the diagnosis that he would never walk unassisted again.  For 15 years Arthur believed this as true and gained a lot of weight, topping off at 297 lbs, until one day he discovered yoga and a trainer who believed Arthur could change his life, lose the weight,  and someday walk again. 

December 26, 2013

The 12 Days of Inspiration: Day Six

On the sixth day of inspiration my OT gave to me:  
The story of Richie Parker.  Despite having no arms, Richie lives a normal life and his love of cars has driven him to a career as a top Nascar engineer.    Richie proves that nothing can hold you back when you have a dream. 


December 24, 2013

The 12 Days of Inspiration: Day Five

On the fifth day of inspiration my OT gave to me:
Dick and Rick Hoyt.  The inspiring father and son break down barriers as they break records together.  Rick was born with severe disabilities that left him unable to speak or walk.  At age 15, with the help of a computer to communicate, Rick told his father he wanted to run a race together and for over 35 years they have been competing in marathons, triathlons and iron man competitions together.   They are truly an inspiration to all. 

December 23, 2013

The 12 Days of Inspiration: Day Four

On the fourth day of inspiration my OT gave to me:


The story of Jessica Cox.  Jessica is an incredible woman with no arms who has proved her disability cannot hold her back.  Jessica has become the world's first armless black belt in Tae Kwon Do and also the world's first armless pilot.  Jessica is travelling the world sharing her inspiring story with others and providing hope to millions.  


December 20, 2013

The 12 Days of Inspiration: Day Three

On the third day of inspiration my OT gave to me: 

Nick Vujicic, a man with the personal motto of "no legs, no arms... no worries."  Nick, a motivational speaker has travelled the globe sharing his inspirational story and spreading hope to people everywhere.  


December 19, 2013

The 12 Days of Inspiration: Day Two

On the second day of inspiration my OT gave to me:  

"The Incurable Optimist," Michael J. Fox.  The legendary actor has lived with Parkinson's disease for over 20 years.  He discusses how his positive attitude has helped him overcome the daily challenges the disease has given him, his return to acting and how he remains "Always Looking Up."  

December 18, 2013

The 12 Days of Inspiration: Day One

On the first day of inspiration my OT gave to me:

The inspirational story of Spencer West.  A man with no legs determined to make great change in the world.  His challenge:  Mount Kilimanjaro.