In 2008, Neil Selinger quit his job as a lawyer to pursue his true passion: writing. Like so many would-be writers, he had gotten caught up in the working world, almost entirely forgetting his dream of enlightening the world with words and phrases. Finally, he realized that writing would bring him a joy and peace Read more…
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Category: Personal Stories
The Importance of Giving Back
The history of Rollx Vans is not the happiest of stories. Our founder, Wade Harris lost his mother when he was 5. Shortly after, his father left him and his three siblings. This series of events taught him that life can change very quickly, and it is not always fair. While spending most of his Read more…
A Bionic Hand That Can Feel
Towards the end of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes back, the story’s hero, Luke Skywalker, has his dominant hand cut off. For a moment, it would seem that Luke’s lightsaber wielding days are over. But shortly before the final credits roll, we see Luke having a completely robotic hand attached. Only, it doesn’t look robotic Read more…
Man Donates Ship to Raise Money for Wheelchair Van
When kids are young, it’s common for their parents to pick them up in their arms and set them in the car. Eventually, though, kids grow up and this becomes impractical. For Kimberly Morash, however, it’s still a necessity despite the fact that her daughter is now 15. Yes, even though Kimberly’s daughter is just Read more…
Starting North Carolina State Player Saves Fan in Wheelchair
Upsets are like time bombs waiting to explode when the countdown hits zero. Last weekend, North Carolina State was playing the top-ranked Duke in men’s college basketball. As the final seconds were winding down, victory was certain for the underdogs at NC State. Final score: 84-76. As the buzzer was still ringing in the air, Read more…
Three Men Plan to Do 50 Marathons in 50 Weeks
This Saturday, approximately 3000 people will be participating in the Mississippi Blues Marathon. For most, this will be the only marathon they run this year. Maybe the only one they run in their whole life. But for three men in wheelchairs, it will be the first of 50 marathons spread across 50 states in 50 Read more…
Alex Zanardi: Race Car Driver, Paralympic Gold Medalist
Another race was almost over. As Alex Zanardi emerged from the pit at the EurtoSpeedway Lausitz, he had one goal in mind: winning. The race was in its final laps, and Zanardi had been leading. If he could just keep the pace, maybe he could win. Maybe he could be a champion racer again like Read more…
A Look Back on the Life of Christopher Reeve
Last week Tuesday would have been Christopher Reeves’ 60th birthday. It’s been almost 10 years exactly since he passed on, yet his legacy continues. In honor of the man Christopher was and ideals he represented, we would like to take a moment to reflect on the impact he had in the world. A Real Life Read more…
Exploring the Ocean with Susan Austin
The ocean: one of our planet’s greatest remaining mysteries. With its seemingly endless depths and exotic life forms, some spend their entire lives trying to capture the ocean’s underwater glory. Since we lack flippers, fins, and the ability to breath underwater, navigating the ocean deep can prove to be a challenge. Thankfully, there are people Read more…
Jack Jablonksi Blows Horn for Viking’s Opener
Though some might pass it off as “just a pre-season game”, Friday’s matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and the Buffalo Bills was a surprisingly eventful occasion. On top of it being the first home game of the season, the Vikings pulled off a crushing victory and the fans carried out a 25 minute long wave Read more…