It's tough to feel left out. At one point or another, each of us has felt that pang of not being included.
Cam doesn't complain about missing activities but he is aware and it's always noticeable to his parents.
When Brody's mom reached out about the Cross Fit opportunity in Ada, we had high hopes but low expectations.
We were all pleasantly surprised. Cam attended his second session on Saturday morning with his mom. Coach Dan and Coach Rick led the exercises. They are eager to learn about Cam and what regimens they will create for him.The program is officially called "Ability Athletes" and Cameron is learning about all of the different routines he is capable of.
Every Saturday morning, he is planning to attend this new, inclusive class.
Saturday evening, we had a special dinner planned at El Centenario. Our friends, Matt and Jill, planned to meet us there for a delicious Mexican meal.
Jane first met them both at Renew Mobility where they are all on the Board of Directors together.Matt and Jill both drive power wheelchairs similar to Cam's. Although their stories are all unique, they are bonded by their common daily experience. Cam looks up to these two adults especially since they live independently and drive their own modified wheelchair minivans. It is empowering to see.
As we all discussed various topics during our evening meal, we collectively shared lots of laughs about places that 'claim' to be accessible, but in reality, are not. For Cam, it is the true sense of belonging, specifically because the power wheelchairs outnumbered our group!Camology Quotes:
Cam was reflecting on the Saturday evening dinner and how accommodating El Centenario was. He shared this insight that he hopes is widely known:
"You don't have to be walking around to have a group party at your restaurant. It shows restaurants that they have to accept wheelchair groups!"
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