The Reality of Wanting to Go Home

We're filming inside today because physical therapy completely wore me out—mostly because I decided to throw in rogue modified push-ups and push past my limits! Craig and I got to talking about what actually keeps me moving forward day to day, and the honest answer is simple: I just want to go home. Between relearning trunk control, fighting with the 30-pound pulley, and mastering basic transfers, every ounce of rehab work is pointed toward that one goal. Missing the start of the school year after 25 years in the classroom has been one of the toughest emotional hurdles. Being away from my students, my routine, my pets, and my own space isn’t easy, no matter how many supportive cards Craig brings in to decorate the room. It’s hard to talk about how suddenly everything changed, and I don't have all the answers for what the future holds—but I'm showing up every single day to build our new normal. Thank you all so much for the incredible love, likes, and shares as our little community grows! Drop your thoughts or words of encouragement in the comments below; Craig and I read every single one. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Staying Indoors & Remembering Our Name 00:34 – What Keeps Me Going: The Reality of Wanting Home 01:05 – Trunk Control, Rogue Push-Ups & Overdoing Therapy 01:42 – Battling the 30-Pound Cable Pulley 02:18 – Missing My Classroom After 25 Years of Teaching 03:05 – Hospital Rooms vs. True Home 03:48 – The "Will You Walk Again?" Question & Looking Ahead 04:22 – When Sharing My Story Gets Emotional 04:58 – Channel Growth & Connecting in the Comments ✍️ READ & SUBSCRIBE ON SUBSTACK:Join our free community for personal essays, practical recovery updates, and deeper behind-the-scenes stories:https://substack.com/@nicewheelsbabeC... & SUPPORT:Subscribe: Hit subscribe and tap the bell icon to ride along with us on this journey. Join the Conversation: What is the #1 thing, person, or routine that keeps you grounded and motivated when life gets overwhelming? Let us know in the comments below! Share: Send this video to someone who might need a reminder of resilience today. #NiceWheelsBabe #SpinalCordInjury #WheelchairLife #Paralysis #InpatientRehab #AdaptiveLiving #ParaplegiaJourney