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Kenmore native wins his OWN TV show: wivb.com

This is so exciting. Doesn't need much commentary from me. Many friends had told me about this guy. I was too busy to even search him on Google. Then, low and behold, Oprah gives us all a chance to get to know him so much better. He is wise beyond his years, funny and will now doubt teach viewers so much. A new show, hosted by Zack, will soon air on the Oprah Winfrey Network and profile people with disabilities who travel the world. Amazing! Groundbreaking! Inspiring! And entertaining for sure! Oprah is smart. I can't wait for the first episode.

Taxi of Tomorrow

This week, the Turkish company, Karsan, introduced its proposed design for NYC's "Taxi of Tomorow" contest. If selected, it will carry the designation for 10 years. Interestingly, this vehicle features a ramp that can be deployed to either side of the "car," for use by passengers in wheelchairs. Simply terrific! Let the race begin

Prolonged Absence Unexcused

As my close friends know, Andrew has been overwhelmed with additional back surgeries and a nasty bone infection since last November (my last posting). Sorry for the prolonged absence, but life has taken a few unexpected (and time-consuming) turns. Hello 2011. Will try to more frequently come out from all the snow and ice and relay interesting and/or informative news to you on the subject at hand. Here goes...

Good people do great things. Recently, an amazing young man named Hans Smith opened doors so people with physical limitations can access the joy and fun of video games. Our 14 year old, and his older brother, as well, are keen to try this out. If only I hadn't taken the video games away so everyone would read more! Hmmm...guess I better get on that.

Let us know if you're familiar with other news of this kind. It always warms my heart to see and hear about the strides folks are making to help make recreation and entertainment enjoyable for ALL.

Now, play ball!