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Anyone following who has a similar story, I would LOVE to hear about it. If you have questions concerning your experience with external fixators please don’t be afraid to reach out 🙂

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“This is the last one, right?” My favorite question. The truth is, I don’t know. Probably not. The commitment to making this soul suit a hospitable place to be is a life long journey and it comes with the territory. Some days I feel sad because I forget what it feels like to walk without a twinge of pain. Some days I feel angry because this journey is painstakingly tedious. Some days I feel guilty for responding to the question, “How are you feeling?” with a simple, “I’m ok.” Some days I feel scared because I don’t know what is coming next. And then there are the days that I feel happy that I have been gifted this advanced practice of love, acceptance and truth. I feel proud that I am able to recognize the good and bad, easy and hard, dark and light, high and low. People often want to forego the fluctuations and just take the high road or do everything in their power to make everyone else think that their road is perfectly paved. Where is the truth in that? Today I am becoming a little less bionic. Hardware that was used to piece me back together over the last few years has done its job and now it’s time to say goodbye. I’m hopeful that this will help reduce some of the icky sensations I’ve been having. Another tune-up of sorts. Life has become less about what it looks like and more about how it feels. In my heart and in my bones. Easy doesn’t last. Our attitude does. Here’s to the next adventure and being a little less suspicious looking after walking through airport security. #littlelegsbigheart #iamtitanium #differentlyabled #littlelegsbigthings #thisismyyoga #scars

Still reeling after a most epic weekend in Charleston. My worlds literally collided while there. These two women taught yoga together in Charlotte, NC. Sarah was a teacher, boss, sister, friend during my time in this beautiful city. During the rapid deterioration of my little soul suit, I did my teacher training with Sarah and on the day of my test out, I lost feeling and sensation in my legs and fell down my stairs. My struggle was real. Fast forward after my abrupt move to Florida and four surgeries to keep me walking. I hear about this magical woman, Katherine, who does body work and lives in my building. Ironically enough, I note that Sarah is a mutual friend and when I ask her about knowing Katherine, she says, “She is a healer. Go see her.” No words could have been more true. Katherine has been a HUGE part of my on going healing process. Both of these women have seen me at my darkest and have done their part to help me see the light. Spending time with them this weekend made my heart SO big. Proof not to ignore the darkness. Acknowledge it. Ask for help. Authenticity heals. And through grit we find grace. These little legs are so blessed to be backed by strong, raw, open, powerful women. So much love. #littlelegsbigheart #iamtitanium #differentlyabled #littlelegsbigthings #chswff #gritandgrace

Favorite city. Favorite girl. Food and wine festival. Sunday, we effing LOVE you. #littlelegsbigheart #getwilder #stayhydrated #foodandwine

IN OTHER NEWS ⚡️✌🏽 These little legs are officially ordained! It is something I have wanted to do for a long time. 🙏🏽✨ I am BEYOND thrilled to be a priestess of ceremonies and unite these two handsome gentlemen in the name of L•O•V•E this October. 🌈💗 #littlelegsbigheart #littlelegsbigthings #littlelegsbiglove #lifeisbeautiful

Meet my friend Davely. A couple of weeks ago, at the end of my presentation at The Paley Institute, we asked if anyone had any questions. This little lady’s hand was the first to shoot up into the air. “How do you become a mermaid?” she asked me. She was dead serious and I died. A girl after my own heart bursting at the seams with glitter. Little does she know, she is more of a mermaid than most of us could ever dream of being. Later on, I walked up to her and let her in on a little secret: mermaids should always have a little bit of glitter so I put some on her cheeks and her eyes got big with excitement. The first day I met Davely, she was learning to walk on her prosthetic leg pushing a little with an Elsa doll along for the ride. Whilst I struggled to do squats with my own body weight, the sweet little mermaid strolled by with a smile on her face belting out “Let It Go” which I of course joined in on and then got stuck in my head. Rehabilitation is hard. She and I have our own separate fights AND Davely has taught me that there is always a reason to smile. Friday, on my way into physical therapy the door opened and out walked Davely BY HERSELF with a giant smile on her face. She was so excited and I was thrilled for her. Taking the time to get to know people, young and old, is so worth it. Davely has an incredible story and I am so grateful that she has shown me how to be a real life mermaid by choosing imagination over fear, smiling often, and creating HUGE waves in this world. ✌🏽💜🧜🏽‍♀️ #littlelegsbigheart #differentlyabled #alwaysbeamermaid #paleyinstitute

CHARLESTON! ➳ I am so excited to return to the place that I will always consider a little bit of hOMe for a much needed visit. AND to share this fun offering with you. ➳ How serendipitous that this amazing woman @wilderyoga used to be a part of the yoga community with Charleston’s own @sarahlivesyoga in Charlotte, NC?! When I moved to FL, WildKat and I ended up becoming neighbors and sweet friends here in West Palm Beach. She is a phenomenal yoga teacher and magical fairy ✨🧚🏽‍♀️ whom I cannot wait to introduce you to. ➳ On Friday March 8, at @stillsoulstudio we will be doing a heart centered movement and meditation followed by conversation and celebration surrounding my new memoir, “Little Legs, Big Heart” that was just published. 💗 ➳ Charleston was and still is a huge part of my life. Come and fill your heart space with community, love conversation and bubbles! ➳ WE CANNOT WAIT TO SEE YOU THERE! (no prior yoga or meditation practice necessary) And if you don’t already have a book, I will have some available for purchase. ➳ Happy Magical Monday! ➳ #littlelegsbigheart #littlelegsbigthings #thisismyyoga #getwilder #thewilderway

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