5 mo. old Stiff arms were first sign of stiff muscles.
. Can't hold toys yet. 7 mo. old
parallel_bars and hip brace
Standing chair
Sledding with no equipment
Plastic_motorcycle; sat for hours
Baby_brother___playmate
Two_strollers; baseball on the beach
Full_leg_casts but still fishing
Short_leg_casts; brother ran marathon for him.
Sitz ski
Outrigger ski
rafting with dad and a blind guide
Family_in_1986
Adaptive bike
Racer for track and field
Electric_cart to roam the neighborhood
First day of homeschooling
Making volcanoes homeschooling
Field trip on Civil War homeschooling
Easter_hunt; you do what you can!
Adapted hiking_backpack
rock_climbing at sports camp
waterski on sitz ski at sports camp
gym_work_out; weightlifting
personal trainer certification
Better_cut won the gold medal
Our_family in 2003
engagement
Mr__Olympia_poster_with Ryan
Induction into the Hall of Fame trophy
most inspirational athlete
waiting for the bride; guide dog in tux
surprised Ryan by walking down the isle
He surprised her with a walker
A true love seat!
Ryan was so happy, he couldn't stop crying
He never thought this day would come!
Mr. & Mrs. Smithson coming down the aisle.
Their first dance!
Others helping them stand to dance.
Now their new married life begins!
2015 Mr. Olympia; was sponspored by organizaion
Nov. 2015 Mr. Olympia
MY BOOK "FINDING JOY ON AN UNCHOSEN PATH"
Get your copy of Finding Joy on an Unchosen Path
A Mother and her Son's Story
This book is my journey as a mother raising a child with a disability and how I found joy in the process. My son Ryan's story is inspirational to all who hear and read it. When you buy and read this book, I hope he will inspire you!
Meet Ryan!
Ryan has always loved sports and never let his wheelchair stop him from competing. He has tried almost every sport you can modify for a wheelchair. You will be amazed at his accomplishments as you read his story. The medals he wears on the book cover are in track and field events. As an adult he found his passion in body building winning many trophies and medals. He has also become a personal trainer helping others with disabilities.