My reign as Ms. Wheelchair South Dakota has come to an end and I have bittersweet emotions about this. I am going to miss being the one representative for the wonderful state of South Dakota and I am saddened that I am not passing the crown and opportunity onto another woman this year. After numerous attempts by many to find two candidates to run for this year’s South Dakota pageant, we were unsuccessful in finding anyone to compete. In this small state it is hard to find enough candidates; it is my hope we will have contestants next year. It is too great of an opportunity for women to pass up. Read More

I was hospitalized twice this year at two different hospitals and the care couldn't have been more different. One was very good. The other one, I hope to never set foot in as an inpatient ever again. A stay in the hospital is never fun, but as I have learned, it is up to each of us to determine how we are treated during a stay. Read More