A Special Purpose

Purpose for the Journey

A Special Purpose

Purpose for the Journey

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5 Wheelchair Travel Tips from Kayla Mendoza

Dear fellow wheelchair explorers and travelers, As a wheelchair user myself and one who loves to travel, I can say that most airlines have expanded their adaptability and increased accessibility when it comes to finding easier ways to meet our needs. Something I think needs more expansion is how we alone travel smarter. I remember my first trip alone, feeling very tense. I wanted to feel independent and if possible, not have to be escorted everywhere by an airport assistant. I’m thankful for that service and have used it many times so I don’t have to push myself up ramp

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Leon the Jokester

By Kayla Mendoza As an up-and-coming comedian, Leon Purley, also known as Leon the Jokester, is gaining positive momentum thanks to his clean, family-friendly style and his unique story. Born and raised in San Diego, California, Purley moved to St. Louis to further his education, but eventually came to Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he studied journalism at Oral Roberts University. While in Tulsa, Purley married his beautiful wife of 16 years with whom he was blessed with a son and worked as a case manager for people with disabilities at a local non-profit. His story and

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Trading Pain for Purpose- Aaron White

You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. – Genesis 50:20 My name is Aaron White and for the last 28 years I have been a Respiratory Care Practitioner. This field has been a blessing to me and has taken me to places all over the world I never dreamed possible. I have worked in environments from neonatal to adult critical care, designed a pulmonary rehab program for cystic fibrosis patients, trained new and existing nurses, respiratory therapists, and physicians nationally and internationally

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Embraced Bravery- Michaela Mendoza

My story starts with my family and I wouldn’t be where I am now without the support of friends and mentors who helped me embrace my everyday challenges and to be brave enough to keep fighting and be who I am today. My journey began when doctors said I wouldn’t live and if I was to be born that I would have multiple complications and possible disabilities that would consume my life with hardship and challenges. I’m so blessed to have parents that decided that they still wanted to meet their daughter despite all the doubts and no matter the outcome. I was diagnosed wi

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Will’s House- Jeanette O’Hara

Yes, caregivers need breaks. And yes, it’s ok to ask for it. My name is Jeanette and I am the founder of Will’s House, a non-profit organization in Oklahoma that provides respite care for children and young adults with disabilities. My husband Brad and I are medical needs foster and adoptive parents and we currently have four boys. Two have significant medical needs.  As foster parents and parents of kids with medical needs, Brad and I found an amazing community of friends to lean on in some of our most challenging moments. We are blessed to have a suppo

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