The REAL reason I am so adventurous | WHEELCHAIR VANLIFE |
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- Опубликовано: 8 июл 2024
- I have a spinal cord injury and use a wheelchair. I live and travel full time SOLO in my accessible campervan. In this video I reminisce about a breakup I went through while hiking in British Columbia, Canada.
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After my 28-year marriage ended in divorce, I thought life for me was done. I was a single mom to a 15 year-old, went to college and worked full-time. A few years later I reconnected with a friend from my past and fell in love with him, walker and all. He is now in a motorized rehab wheelchair full-time and needs much assistance from me. We are so happy and life is full again. We have survived a home fire and have a wheelchair accessible van once again. Oh the places we go and the things we enjoy! Disabilities do not define a person. You GO GIRL ❤🎉
Aw I’m so glad you’re happy and life is full 🙌
Your old boyfriend did not dump you. He set you free to face the challenges from which you needed to learn. And look at where you have excelled. I admire you, Lisa. Your mental strength and determination amaze me. We should all have it together as well as you.
Just like everyone, I don't always have it together but I am still very happy and content in this life :)
You worded the best way I could have tried , he is definitely the loser.
You are definitely an inspiration to anyone , with any problem. You faced the issue head on , you didn't give up , you just moved up the game.
Toxic positivity. It's her life, she doesn't need your manspeak.
While she has certainly turned this to good, she was right in saying he dumped her. This statement is dismissive of the pain she went through.
Only a douchebag would dump someone for such a silly reason. You are better off without him and proving it every day! You've done more things than I have and I'm not in a wheelchair. Kudos to you and safe travels!
Thanks! Just trying to be stronger and better every day
Look at he biceps on this incredible woman. She is very strong, and such an inspiration.
His loss your gain. Like you I'm a wheelchair user and like you I don't let the chair define me. As I say his loss but definitely your gain.
I dont think I would do that by myself if I was in a wheel chair. You’re a really strong person physically and mentally.
As you happily zoomed downhill all I could think about was going back UP to get the bloody camera!
shhhhh you're not supposed to think about that stuff! haha. I didn't mind, I like a grind now and then
I was thinking the same thing. All those B reels must have doubled the hike! Nicely done!
@@vickiesweitzer8625 it was close to double and I loved every minute 😂
I was also thinking the same thing
@@vanwhalen3719 all for my RUclips fam 😀
You are one incredibly strong woman!! My husband and I greatly admire you and what you have achieved. Keep going girl!!
thank you for the kind words
You are amazing and an inspiration. You kinda make me feel like a fool. I’m mid 70’s with COPD and moan and groan about the things I can’t do anymore. Thanks to you I will try and be grateful for the things I can do. Be safe and have fun😎
We all have challenges and I do complain at times as well. It’s human nature, but I appreciate you commenting and wish you the best and making some changes🙌
Here's what I've learned about you from this video and what i so admire:
Physical/Mental Strength and Ability.
Adaptability.
Commitment.
Confidence
Control.
Flexibility.
Persistence. Perseverance.
No obstacles.
Only Challenges!
Bring 'em On!!!
You are That woman!!! ❤
Wow, what a compliment. It has taken many years for me to become the person in the video, but that is me through and through! I have been working really hard on my confidence and flexibility so it means a lot you saw those traits too. Thanks!!
@Keepinitwheel306 And it's all true! You are a motivational Doer... because without even saying a word, you say it all. Get out and live your life now.
You're lifting my spirit. I have spinal cord injury. We love you
@@carli2194 I’m glad I could do that, thanks for sharing 😄
You are fucking awesome my friend!!! NO male is worth any BS!! You inspire me. You are so amazing and this world we live in now, needs more people like you xx Hi from New Zealand 🥰🥰
@@ATouchOfCharmed much appreciated and thanks for watching so intently
@@Keepinitwheel306 🥰🥰
Hi Lisa, thank you for sharing especially about your private life I know it’s tough sometimes a person with a disability. Some people don’t look at you. Don’t look at your disability before they even talk to you in 2018. I had a major truck accident and lost my right leg above the knee, but not only learnt, I had fractured skull brain damage 550 mm of my spine. Fused up with to titanium rods 15 multiple breaks in my ribs, my right lung exploded and had six blood clots in it, but fortunately the doctors could do keyhole surgery and so it back up my right leg had skin graft which was an issue in the beginning. My right hand was under a truck wheel for an hour and a half now we’re going to remove my fingers and I told him no way, not only that when I get home I had to get my house completely changed in the bathroom etc etc life was cruising along, and then my wife of three years six months decided that she could not live with a one legged man packed stuff and left It was a bit scary at first, but fortunately I am a pretty stubborn bastard within three months of having an accident I was independent in the hospital the doctors told me I was going to be in hospital between 10 and 12 months I thought to myself no way I’m gonna live like this. I work so hard in the gym. They released me for months one week and one day I had to do three psych test to get my car license back within seven months to the day. I was back driving a car which was so good. I have a left hand Excelerator and a wheelchair hoist so my wheelchair can be on the roof of the car I’m happy to say I have two dogs and life has good. I also ride a motorbike three wheel canam ryker and November last year I bought a space pod camper which I had to modify a little bit so makes it easier for me so I can go camping. I just want to thank you for your inspiring life and stories that you share with us. Lots of love and appreciation , Cliff from Logan City Queensland Australia 🇦🇺
wow you've had quite the life. I'm stoked you have a Ryker and camper now, those things must have been life changing
❤I am so thankful to have found your channel. Thank you for sharing your adventures, you rock, girlfriend!!!!
Welcome!!
Oompa Loompa lost out on an amazing woman! Any real man would be delighted to be in your company.
@@annahopp well if that’s isn’t the nicest compliment I don’t know what is. Gracias!
His loss. You're beautiful!
Saw your interview on Bob's RV channel. You ROCK! Wow your confidence, courage, and attitude are helping me to know I can and should do a few of the things that make me happy, but also challenge me! Happy and safe Travels to you!
You can do it, starting tomorrow ;) 😀
What an amazing inspiration you are! All the love from America, VA ☺♥
That’s why I started Hike Bike Alike to create adventure accessibility for all including those in inter-abled relationships. Creating outdoor activities with the accommodation and modifications necessary for everyone to enjoy and participate. And, to train support riders and instructors. There is such a stigma still for adaptive adventurers, yet they are far more active than most able-bodied folks I know.
work like yours is so important. Thank you for all you do!
Oompa-Loompa😂
Yeah I gave up dating about ten years ago. At 43 just now learning how to live.💕 Trying to focus on what makes me happy a lil bit. You're an inspiration & made me cry happy tears bc we can push thru, thanks be to God!🙌🏼
That trail looks like a lil slice of heaven. The outdoors is everything… sending you a huge hug from North Carolina.🐦🦋🌻🌲🦔🐾🐾🐾
The outdoors really did save me! Here’s hoping you get to experience some of that in the outdoors as well
This video and your journey are extraordinarily inspiring. Your positivity in the face of daily challenges is truly remarkable. It allows us to admire and better understand those who share your condition. You have renewed yourself with a remarkable vision. Be proud of it. Your message deeply resonates in the hearts, as evidenced by the many comments. Bravo, Lisa, and thank you so much for sharing.Sincerely, M.L.
What wonderful words, thanks for sharing them with me 🥰
Wow, that video was amazing. You are so AWESOME, girl. It really inspired me. I have full mobility, no handicaps, and when I saw what you have to go through on just a daily basis...man, I will never complain again. I am sooooo proud of you. Keep on, keeping on and know that God had got you. Thank you so much for this video.
Thanks for watching and commenting 🙌
You keep being you. You will meet right person who will value you for you. If you could walk on water your haters would say it's cause you can't swim
Yeah, I’m not worried. I’m content being alone, and I’m sure the right person will come along eventually
Love to see how your channel is evolving and growing! My husband and I just celebrated our 40th anniversary as an inter-abled couple. It can work ... but it's a journey for sure.
Take care of your shoulders! :)
Congratulations on 40 years!! Outstanding!
Oof, I’ve already had 4 surgeries on my right shoulder. I wish I could say I was bionic now but that’s not the case. Sticking to “gentler” sports like biking, swimming, and paddling these days.
Hi lisa. Bob posted his video with you this morning so I quickly went to ur channel. I am so happy that I watch Bob so I could learn of you. Amazing. Old boyfriend is a loser. Thank goodness you reacted in the perfect way. I am no spring chicken and I would have had trouble keeping up with you. You are an inspiration to me. Keep it up Girl! ❤
I noticed a huge influx of subscribers…so happy you found me from Bob’s channel! My own channel is just getting rolling so buckle up 😂😃
@@Keepinitwheel306 well, I am excited and buckled up!
I was a physical therapist for about 50 years and am totally inspired by you.
Wow, thanks for saying that. I imagine you saw a lot in your career.
@@Keepinitwheel306 I always felt it was a calling but, in the end, I think we really helped each other. My patients were some of the bravest people I've known. It was an honor to get to do my life work. What you're doing with your life right now is so valuable and so needed. 👍👍
You are so amazing and beautiful. As someone else said, that guy didn't dump you, he set you free. My father was in a wheelchair so I do understand the"looks"and whispers but you are so amazing. Never let anyone tell you that you can't, you can do anything.
I saw you on cheap rv living, and subscribed to your channel, you are such an inspiration to me ! Thank you, please keep all your wonderful content coming!
Will do, next video should be out within the week ;)
You do so amazingly well, I can only imagine how strong your upper body is. Again, thanks so much for sharing your adventures.
Thanks! Large pipes kinda come with the wheelchair...I don't mind :)
Thanks for sharing! Lisa , you are one absolutely amazing women. Be Blessed !
Thank you so much!
Oompa Loompa. lol
Beautiful country side.
You’re adorable.
Love your adventurous spirit and thanks for sharing this. 💥💕🤙🏽
😊 thank you
That's a beautiful trail & lake😍.
Thanks for takin' us with you.🌻🌻🌻
Glad you enjoyed it, it’s one of my favorite places.
@@Keepinitwheel306 I just saw your mini-clip of you paragliding, surfing, mountain biking and I gotta say you are a wonderful dose of positive life-loving energy!
I've got a few disabilities, but not gonna let em hold me back anymore. I'm almost done building out my camper… just a "no build, build"😄. Maybe I'll see ya down the trail! ✌️🏼🌻🐾 Well, headed west in the states anyway. Not sure my old lady bones can handle the cold in Canada. 😂😃
I started out in my SUV so can totally appreciate a “no build” setup! I don’t handle the snow or cold well either so I’ve become a snowbird and love it!
You’re an inspiration to many…I’m a 56 year old man who loved to hike it really broke my heart when I could not take those long walks anymore. Back problems and nerve damage etc. I will never stop loving the outdoors since it saved my life ! I hope to see more adventures to come !
I hope you find a way to get outdoors again. There are many options for mobility devices these days.
Some years after this shitty experience you made more experiences than many "normal" people have and will do their whole life.
You are great. 👍
Aw thank you
You are AWESOME!!!! What an inspiration you are!
Aw thanks for tuning in
Goodness! You really gave your arms a workout!
I enjoyed watching every minute of it. I admire your inner strength.
I love your smile.❤
I did get a workout...and loved every second of it! Thanks for watching and commenting :)
Take care always from a new senior fan from bohol Philippines.
I was there a few years ago. Now in Dumaguete.
You're unstoppable. Love it.
Wow, thank you!
You are an inspiration!!! The only thing that will limit you, is yourself. The old boyfriend didn’t deserve you…. 🇨🇦☺️
Snow and sand limit me but that’s why we have snowmobiles and ATV’s ;)
Thanks for tuning in!
Your videos are very inspiring because you have been showing an amazing ability to turn a passive into an active and flexible life ,where you are i control and not the weather or any other man-made obstacles. Many thanks for sharing your abilities and adventures with us. There is so much to learn and to follow from RUclips videos, indeed!
Thanks!!
What an inspiration you are!! I saw ya on Bob's channel and I am a fan for sure!! You Go Girl!!!! Thank you so much for sharing your story with the world!! ✌🏼💕✨️
Thank you so much and I’d like to give you a warm welcome to the channel
You are amazing. You did a great job on that beautiful trail. Thank you to the folks that thought about doing it, those that followed through with it and and those who maintain it.
@@brendahone2509 I wish there were many more trails like this, with no need to worry about the barriers we may encounter 👏
Damn, you are so brave. I’d fold up like a napkin origami if i had to face what you have. Hope to meet you on the road some day!
We never know what we’re capable of until we’re tested! Cheers to you!
Just subscribed. Great job on your video with bob. Much love from homosassa fl.
Thanks for finding me 🙌
Of course look forward to watching all your videos. Your a inspiration.
Your adventures are truly amazing and inspiring. Your book tells your story so well and it is a very valuable travel experience. Life is beautiful and we should live it to the fullest and grow by travelling to where we want to go, meeting the air, birds, insects, flowers, trees, the sounds of the forest and we will be so happy with the energy we release.
@@napeekapunpimtongnara9111 it’s those little things you mentioned that fill my cup up. Happy exploring to you and thanks for commenting.
Just saw your interview with Bob .. really great guy! I used to work in a hospital ER, ambulance, and as an orthopedic tech. I've always had a great deal of emp/sympathy for people with disabilities. One of my friends from the past had an accident on parallel bars and became paralyzed from the chest down .. we had some great experiences (we weren't a couple) before her accident (back about 1975) so before the internet, fb, etc. It was great to finally connect with her again on FB .. and remember some of those memories again .. shortly after that she passed. Fast forward to about 1990 or so and my wife and I met a quadriplegic who had been shot .. he met a girl who took good care of him and they married. He was the main man who organized and implemented a large food bank in Arkansas and later in Kansas? .. filling a warehouse with donated food from various places. Many people came to the store and bought food at a good discount. Later he moved on to other projects. I just wanted to leave you with those two memorable people .. life flows like a stream forward .. things happen .. use the greatest asset you have .. your mind! Watching you climb that steep incline brought tears to my eyes! I subscribed .. you never know who you will meet around the next corner of life .. or what life has in store. You're a champion!
I like how are you worded that “ life flows like a stream forward”, it’s so very true
@@Keepinitwheel306 Yes! 🙂
Great job! Thank you for sharing the adventure. Awesome triceps!! Living your best life!
I love watching you explore. You're so inspiring. I have to use a mobility scooter now and often feel limited and like I'm missing out on so much. But you continue to show me its as much in my mental attitude as my physical limitations. Thank you for sharing your stories with us!!
@@LifewithMamaLucero aw thanks for sharing!! Yes, I want this channel to show what’s possible and I’m glad it reached you. Happy exploring 🙌
I am 63. Had open heart surgery about three years ago. Now much better. So have been considering vanlife for the future. Have been looking at vans to buy. Watching this video inspired me to look harder and move faster to get the van. Thanks!!!
Right on!!! Get after it, Vanlife is the best life for some of us 😀
Lisa Franks, an occasional smile from you is worth so much more than Frisbee or hiking. Oomph Loompa ( little dummy) is a fool. Thank you for sharing your adventures.
Your comment made me smile! Well done! 😁
Hi just found your channel and thank you for sharing. Looking forward to watching your videos. ❤️👋🏻😀Sask. 🇨🇦
Heyo 👋
Welcome! You’re one of few people that will understand where the 306 comes from in my RUclips name 😀
You live on the other side of the mirror for a lot of us, you have the courage to face the other side of the mirror as well, what a journey!
It’s taken a lot of ups and downs to get here, but I appreciate you recognizing that. thank you!
Awesome video as usual, your van door gave out the sickest beat at the beginning
@@seatsniffer100 haha I really need to get some lubricant on that thing. Thanks for watching!
I would love someone to share stuff with. That fact that the person you were with could not discover the same stuff and have adventures with you. That dude really missed out. That's life tho, we all miss out on some stuff but can gain others.
He came into my life for a reason…. to ignite my adventurous soul!
You’re so brave! And strong! And inspiring! Thank you!
@@user-zu7gk9ol9f thanks for tuning in :)
YOUR adventure loving spirit ...comes from within!! Hilaree Nelson motto in life ( its truly necessity to have passion as your compass in life...BELIEVE ME when I say this...but your passions are clearly evident!! Keep following that compass and your community that you are building ...will follow you every (WHEEL) of the way! Cheers, 1000 islands Canada
ok, ok I will give my inner self some credit for my adventure loving spirit, but that breakup did give me a "gentle" nudge.
Always love a good wheel pun, thanks for the smile from it.
You are amazing. Resilience and optimism. There's a Japanese proverb that says "Fall down seven times, get up eight." You seem to demonstrate this in the way you live your life.
I love that proverb, it’s so very true. Thanks for tuning in 🙂
@@Keepinitwheel306 thanks for the reply!
You are amazing on so many levels I am inspired, encouraged and totally in awe at you. Your arms got to be amazing!!
My shoulders have suffered a bit from several surgeries but they still allow me to explore :)
Thanks for watching and commenting.
You go girl..life has no limits...❤
I really like this video. It's human, in the best way. It's helpful and beautiful.
Thanks, and even more Thanks!
Thanks for tuning in :)
I saw your interview with Bob wells. You are an inspiration to everyone with a disability. If you come to the RTR in Quartzite AZ in the beginning of January. I would like to meet you. Keep up the adventures
Bill the VegasWanderer61
Oh, I heard so much about RTR, perhaps one day I can make it
@@Keepinitwheel306 I hope so it's fun and educational
Thanks for this. What an inspiration you are. I'm able bodied and live on a boat (Narrowboat) full time in England. You've really inspired to get out of the marina Im currently in and live on the canal. Thank you. 🙏🙏
Wow, boat life!! Amazing! Thanks for stopping by and commenting
My wife is a c4 injury she is my greatest friend. When we were young we biked all over her on a hand cycle and me following along on a two wheeler I would push her up grades and we would “race” down the other side. We raised a family and have enjoyed a great life together now we are older and limited but I would not trade our life for anything or anyone. My bride was injured when we met we have 3 girls and 11 grandchildren. Girl you rock!
I love to hear it!!! Congrats on all the grandchildren, I imagine they make life incredibly interesting. Cheers n
New subscriber 👋🏽 You’re energy is so calm yet so determined and certain. What an incredible journey to freedom you’ve had. Thank you for sharing such a personal story with the world, and for educating us. Looking forward to seeing your next adventure!
Thanks for subbing and watching! Happy travels!
I am currently watching your video with my niece who is also wheelchair bound
and likes camping in the woods and taking long trails in the wood
I Have converted a wheelchair for her to use in the woods
which she enjoys a lot
We believe that people should not judge someone else for what they cannot do
But try to find a solution that can make it possible
We also have deep respect for your perseveranse
Have FUN and be SAVE
That’s great to hear you were able to create a chair for her. Well done 👏
You are an amazing person.
What a beautiful video. Subscribing and looking forward to seeing more.
Right on! Thanks for commenting.
Lisa you are a strong and beautiful person you have a new subscriber 😊
Thank you so much, and thanks for subscribing
I'm your newest subscriber Bob Wells is awesome
Thanks for being here
Wow, what a truly inspiring video of living an amazing life despite the challenges you have to work through! I just found your channel and am now subscribed :)
Welcome! Sit back, put your feet up and make yourself comfortable. This channel is just getting rolling.
This was beautiful ❤❤❤
Thank you, my editing and storytelling has slowly improved over this channel 😊
So very special that you share your limitations & helpful to so many to view how you adapt & live a very full life. So very proud of my beautiful daughter💕
I seen you on cheap RV living. I just subscribed to your channel, really enjoying your channel.
Right on, so happy to have you here!!
Things can go wrong at any time in any place so live your life and don’t worry about it. Don’t even think about it. Never let that hold you back.
Yeef! After seeing you ascend that incline, then watch you free-wheel back down, I thought "HEY!! You forgot your camera!!" (face-plant) Still, you went back and got it or we wouldn't be seeing this. Anyway, really nice vlog! I'll be watching for more!
@@josephmorgan3715 I did that incline twice for all those watching…you’re welcome 😂😂😂 honestly I don’t mind a workout.
Feel free to watch some of my older videos while you wait for the next upload but be warned my editing was pretty rough in the early days lol
I'm thinking that him breaking up with you was a blessing to you , showed you that you can't be stopped
Absolutely!
@@Keepinitwheel306 you are definitely an inspiration to many
Thanks for sharing I really enjoyed this video of you hiking ❤❤❤❤❤please keep going strong 💪 girl❤❤❤ you show so much strength and determination I just love that about you ❤❤❤❤❤ god speed❤❤❤
Thank you!
I wish you all the best from the bottom of my heart!
Thanks so much 🙏🏼
God bless you Lisa
Isobel Lake is one of my favourite lakes! Accessible trail, campground, toilets and fishing docks. Even has accessible kayak entry from the dock. I did the lake loop trail in my day chair using a Freewheel and that worked just fine. Needed a bit of help on the steep sections, but otherwise very manageable.
@@mrpreap yessss!!! I am glad others know about it. Isn’t it the best? Not having to think “is this place going to work for me?”!!!
Looks like she is having fun!
A blast!
A wise person said, “If you’re not doing something to make someone’s life better then you’re wasting your time.”
You, my friend, have just enhanced and inspired countless people. You have done a lifetime of good in just one video. ❤
Wow thanks! Huge compliment !
You are absolutely amazing!
Wow, thank you!
Well my guess is that guy couldnt deal with his internal intimidation. Amazing people often have to deal with that. Thankfully he didnt waste any more of your time and hopefully you can find someone worthy of your amazing character. If not, you might come to find that nature and good friends can often be much better companinonship then mediocre romantic relationships. I was introduced to you when I watched your interview with Bob. Had to check out your channel to soak up some more amazing inspiration. Thanks for sharing your inspirational life on You Tube!
Thanks for reminding me! And I agree with what you said I am also glad he didn’t waste more of my time
This is what life is all about. Got to find the limits yourself. You can do twice as much as you think and 1000 times more than your mother or Ooommpa thinks. Great video.
Heck yes!
WOW she is so cute.
BE BLESSED I🛐
You have great energy, neve3r surrender it to any one!!!You go girl, kick ass and take names!!!
Did you just tell a paralyzed person to kick ass?? 😝😝
Just bugging you, gotta have a sense of humour.
@@Keepinitwheel306 ABSOFRICKINLUTELY One must remember to laugh at themself as well!!! And yes, I did tellyou to kick ass, I should have said"continue kicking assand taking names" because you apparently have been doingso since that a**hole let you go due to his own mental andb emotional disabilities!!!
much respect for you. and not much for that guy that dumped you. I guess he couldn't see the possibilities. With your attitude they are endless.
I appreciate you saying that 🙌
It is that guys loss. You are an inspiration for sure. Your mental strength and physical stamina is just impressiv. Keep up going and you get further than your x will ever do.
Thanks!!
Dang u wish I had your upper body strength 💪
You are crazy strong❤
That lift is genius.
@@quirkydad6083 it’s the best on the market 🙌 (for my needs at least)
Thanks for sharing your story and showing us what beautiful is around for both disabled and abled bodies. Keep on rolling and sharing more with us. Also, Congrats on hitting your 3K and I see now beyond. Onward to your next milestone of 5K. Blessings!
@@dreamingmusicgal thank YOU so much for the support, I am discovering a faithful viewer and commenter such as yourself makes all the difference in this YT world
Hi, absolutely awesome ❤❤❤❤❤❤
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Very inspiring story you turned something that happens to almost everyone it definitely happened to me getting dumped basically because I wasn’t wealthy enough and oh how it hurt, I went on a journey too to help heal a life changing journey so I can really relate to your story. Love your channel hope I meet you someday out on the road in nature
luckily we both found the gift in our life curveball
What a beautiful hike!
So good! I try to stop in once a year.
If you ever make it to Powell River B.C. there is a wheelchair accessible 13km! trail around „Inland Lake“ with beautiful sceneries and there is a campground and boat launch at the trailhead as well. When I was there in April one of the wooden bridges was removed though due to repairs.
Oh my, that’s up there! I’ll have to add it to my bucket list. Thanks!
Wow, that looked like hard work. Glad you enjoyed it.
It was work indeed but nothing too gruelling
Heart of a champion
🥰 thank you
Hi Lisa, great video. Keep up the good work. Cheers
Thanks!