My Name is Alex
“Even though I am in a wheelchair, I can still do everything that other people do, just in my own, unique way. “
About Me
I live with Cerebral Palsy (CP) It affects my fine and gross motor skills. I use a wheelchair, an adapted bike and a walker for mobility.
I’ve had many surgeries including many leg surgeries, hand surgery, eye surgeries, to help my body work better. My left hand works better because of the surgery on it. My eyes are in better alignment now after having surgeries as I did have crossed eyes or strabismus when I was born. I think the surgeries were worth it because now I can use a walker to walk.
I love keeping fit and I’ve listed my activities on my fitness page. For me it is important to exercise daily and I love stretching and strengthening.
My Motto
“My personal motto I live by every day is: I CAN DO IT!”
Questions and Answers
Name three words that you describe you.
Positive, Determined, Strong, Can Do Girl!
What’s a typical day like for you?
I like to wake up early, plan my day so I get everything done that I want to do in the day, work on my schoolwork, projects, activities, and workouts
Name a few of your daily habits.
I like to eat healthy meals – I can’t have anything sugary after noon otherwise it keeps me awake so instead of having a dessert after dinner I sometimes eat my cake for breakfast – it’s fun too.
Stretching/Strengthening workout program – I like do something active everyday.
What do you do with friends in your spare time?
Horseback riding, biking, swimming, playing board games, volt hockey
Who is someone you admire, and why?
I admire my Grandma – she is strong and determined like me. She always looks on the bright side of things and never gives up. She inspires others to do their best. She’s fun to talk to, has lots of energy, really likes dogs and I love her.
Do you have any skills or talents that most people don’t know about?
I can sing over 20 songs in Mandarin. I like to make movies of me singing in Mandarin with costumes and everything.
I like to share them on my Youtube channel. I also have a really good memory
I’m a bit of a dare devil. I like to try new things. I have tried adapted water skiing and downhill skiing in a sit-ski.
Flashback to when you were 10 years old. What do you want to be when you grow up?
When I was younger, I wanted to be the first girl with cerebral palsy who was an Acrobat and Contortionist.
Finish this sentence. On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
At Church or online Church then having an at home day with my family
What’s a goal you have for yourself that you want to accomplish in the next year?
I want to improve my walking with my canes – they’re pink too. I want to go back to MRU in person as my classes have all been online. This summer, I want to raise and release butterflies.
What are you happiest doing?
Being with my friends and family.
What are some causes you care about?
I have cut my hair twice to donate to make wigs for kids going through Cancer treatments – last year I cut 12” off and sent it to have a wig made for kids
Any organization that helps people with disabilities is important to me.
CP Kids and Families, especially their Adapted Bike Program, Camp Horizon of course and Dogs with Wings
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