Topic: paralyzed

Nordstrom Awesomely Chooses Quadriplegic Model Angela Rockwood For New Campaign

Nordstrom Awesomely Chooses Quadriplegic Model Angela Rockwood For New Campaign

I think I can speak for everyone here at Blisstree when I say that we love when fashion designers and retailers choose diverse models to work with! We squeal with delight when we hear that anyone broke out of the normal mold and gave an under-represented group a chance to shine. (Alright, I might be the only one who squeals.) That’s why we’re super excited to hear that Nordstrom hired quadriplegic “Push Girl” Angela Rockwood for their next campaign. More »

From Near-Death To Running Marathons, ‘Because I Can’

From Near-Death To Running Marathons, 'Because I Can'

Some people are true inspirations in life. Janet Oberholtzer is one of them. The 46 year-old mother of three from Pennsylvania was in a nearly-fatal car accident in 2004 that caused her to be severely injured and unable to walk. But, because she says our bodies are meant to move, she battled pain and depression and chose a different path for herself, which today includes running marathons “because she can.” Read her story and be inspired. More »