Our Story- How Connor Became a Quadriplegic

[@adriancortez7923]

Hey Connor & Lindsay! Love seeing you guys on here! Proud to have been your teacher back in the day. You are such an inspiration to so many. God bless you guys and look forward to following your journey together. -Coach Cortez

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

We still talk about how you were the absolute best teacher ever. So thankful to have kept touch over the years! Thank you Coach Cortez!!

[@denisepaulsenful]

I too am a quad since 2011 June I was at a party and starting to feel sick I fainted and broke my neck at C5/6 level. I am still with my husband he stayed with me we have twin sons 25-yrs old and we celebrated our 25-yr anniversary last summer. I can look after myself - I have incomplete injury so I still have full bladder and bowel control. It is nice knowing you both! xo

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

We are sorry to hear that happened to you, but happy you now have such a full life. Congratulations on 25 years of marriage! Thank you for following along. We are happy you are here!

[@alexojideagu]

Do you know what caused you to faint?

[@PatriotRon]

You are still a warrior fighting on with this injury.I'm glad you still have control in the bathroom.Honestly that is what I fear the most.A wheelchair ok,but diapers and catheters is what makes me think I would try to unalive myself.

[@ruthutter1968]

Congratulations Newlyweds! Thanks for sharing your story🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you so much! 🤍

[@miamoore1666]

That he was strapped down and he thought in danger to tell her to run shows such character. That he’d be more worried for her touched my heart. He’s a great guy why do these things always happen to good people.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

I ask myself that often- but focus on the fact that he is here with us. Even with the scariness of the event, there is a lot to be thankful for. He has no brain damage, is now healthy, and has a great quality of life. And I get to go through my life with him! He is truly the best person. Thank you for following along🤍🤍 -Lindsay

[@joseguadalupezavalaoseguer9492]

Thanks for sharing ❤. I got a broken neck in 2018 and it helps a lot to know how someone else deals with such a hard experience. God bless you.

[@amberfoster8089]

Such an inspiring young couple, so glad you showed up on my page. God Bless you both. Honoured to follow your story 🙏❤️

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

We are happy you are here. Thank you for following along 🤍

[@amberfoster8089]

@@JourneywiththeFosters ❤️❤️🙏

[@nawraaalawi1202]

Nice to meet you guys and i can't wait to to see from you again

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you for following along! Nice to meet you 🙂

[@carolinelvsewe]

You guys were an encouragement right from the beginning of the video. Happiness is all over your faces. God Bless you! I had to sub. Not sure what’s ahead as far as videos but the danger of diving in to a pool in maybe a haphazard way? Is something we should be careful of? I mean he was an experienced swimmer. Also, what struck me is, how truly life can change in a moment from so many different things. Hope to hear more of your journey.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Diving is very common, but it only takes one time to be potentially injured. Nobody thinks it can happen to them, until it does. Our advice to everyone would be to not dive in pools period. One day, when we do have kids, that will be one lesson we teach them. Thank you for following along🤍

[@ketoneedoh1844]

Omg I’m in pain for you so sorry you went thru all that 🙏🏻

[@tiadavenport5465]

This happens more often than you think it does. I treated three young men last summer. Diving into pools needs to stop.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

100% agree. It only takes one time for an injury to occur.

[@micheleb9810]

How long had you been dating when the accident occurred? You were talking about how you started dating in the fall of junior year and then Connor said that in June he jumped into the pool. Was it your first June together? You're a cute couple!

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

We have been together since 2014 and are high school sweethearts 🙂 before the accident we were together 6.5 years. Thank you!!

[@starraustin9363]

🙏🙏🙏

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

🤍

[@markmadonia2867]

You hit the jackpot 🖖

[@markmadonia2867]

My friend ended our relationship when I got hurt and had to start using a wheelchair I hope to have a relationship like you have Never knew she was so shallow

[@GaryEllington-dy8li]

Connor, you have a beautiful wife 😊.

[@reemaxx2080]

What the word you did say at 36:58 “can you tell them what you said you lil …(?).” I think it’s cute yet didn’t get it 🤭

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

I was just telling him to share what he said when he proposed😂 just messing with him

[@reemaxx2080]

@@JourneywiththeFosters yes I know.. but what was the word you used to describe that at 36:58 😅 I just wanna learn it .. sounded like spiel for me I don’t know 😅

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

@@reemaxx2080 I said “spiel” which is another word for speech 🙂

[@kimdontcare244]

the amount of people who break their necks diving into water is insane :( you both are an amazing couple

[@steveimperial7760]

Th3ere fakeing it.

[@edda682]

You're insane.@@steveimperial7760

[@ralphnicholls3821]

@@steveimperial7760what a stupid, uneducated thing to say

[@AaronShu]

Amazing couple, Amazing Story. Rooting for you, can't wait to see more of your journey unfold!

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you so much Aaron!

[@KrissiCreates]

You popped up in my feed after watching Roll with Cole and Charisma. I'll be following you two as well. I admire the fact that you are sharing your story, the good and the bad. I know it is an encouragement for others who have had spinal injuries, but it also puts so many things in perspective in my own life. When I want to cry and whine about a Fibromyalgia flair up, or pain in my back from scoliosis or arthritis, I stop and realize that mine will pass in time. So it turns to gratitude ! God bless you and keep you both ! Hugs, love and prayers from a Kansas Grandma ❤️

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

We pray you will get relief from your pain, that does sound rough. Everyone does have struggles- it’s what makes us human. We are so thankful you are here and are thankful for your support. Sending our love!❤️❤️

[@chrisreeves1547]

From one grandma to another, Dr. Berg has a you tube channel, he recently did a video maybe you could watch. It's how an herb called nettle can really help arthritis, gout, and an enlarged prostate.I second your heartfelt comment.

[@annytop10ent.84]

Yh me too I watch Cole and charisma

[@MsEller316]

@@JourneywiththeFosters you guys must connect with Joni Eareckson Tada she’s been a quad for many many years…also diving into shallow water…she’s a powerful Christian..sweetest lady ..powerful testimony

[@chantelcuddemi7646]

Aww, you two are so adorable! My brother's girlfriend is going through the same thing, as my brother is now brain injured. I'm totally blind, born without vision. Don't let your disability stop you! You're amazing!

[@irenedavo3768]

Sending best wishes

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

We will be sure to pray for all 3 of you! Thank you for sharing, as it will inspire many. YOU are amazing! Thank you for your support and for following along, it means the world to us❤️

[@ryanm7249]

I am completely blind born without vision as well!

[@marisariehn9881]

@@ryanm7249 holy shit!!!

[@ryanm7249]

@@marisariehn9881 I wouldn’t change it for anything! No matter what surgery might be out there I will not get it! I am happy being blind. I have lots of videos on my channel about how I am independent and other things too.

[@ayannageorge5258]

It's inspiring that she remained with him. I pray that she continues to support him in his journey. (Love in action) 🙏

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Love in action- great way to think about that. I will always support Connor❤️ thank you for following along! We are so happy you are here

[@debraarnold3703]

Hey, you two, there's a great beachfront condo you can rent in Maui owned by a guy who lives on the island who is quad. Also found a van rental near airport. Maui is quad friendly. Pool has a chair. Hele ride recommended with Capt. Kirk. He's hysterical. Get him. You'll love it there and it's pretty much affordable. My friend is C6-7, since '84. Lots of us know tricks. Anywho, love ya both.

[@missdaisy5736]

Very cool to help these guys look into vacation where they both can have a really great time. I traveled a lot when I was younger and actually cried when I left Kauai because it was the most beautiful place I had ever been and something magical happens there to our brains and souls🎉❤

[@carriejames7277]

Still confuse or unsure where in the video or if the video it says did he get push in or black in or hit his head and neck in the lower part of the pool cause if he a swimmer or diver unsure what happen . But glad he okey

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Connor dove into the shallow end of the pool. He used to dive into pools a lot a miscalculated where he was diving

[@pratiga2]

I'm also a C5/C6 quadriplegic and like Connor lost my mom at a very young age. One life changing trauma after another is not easy to deal with. Connor is lucky to have such an amazing and supportive partner. As a 47 year old in a wheelchair for 14 years, I can tell you these traumas don't automatically resolve with time, unless they are gradually untangled with the help of a therapist. Sooner you do it the better. People who go through trauma at a young age, especially related to a close relationship end up being overly nice guys and I can see it in Conno's personality.

[@antonitobendrito2243]

Did you ever thought of leaving him after his injury because this was so devastating and your really changed in split second as well? Are you guys able to have sex ? Do you contemplate how this all could be avoided like if there is another timeline where you never jumped and everything? Did you heard about case of boban Jankovic? His life changed in a split second due to his angry reaction, there is a video on youtube. Do you follow SCI researchers, did you hear about paralyzed mice who is able to walk again due to Dancing Molecules method etc? I wish there will be cure for SCI, but in a way that it will completely heal spinal cord and put it in pre injury state. I hope you will find peace and happiness

[@beverlyt.5526]

CONGRATULATIONS NEWLYWEDS 💕!!! What A Journey... Such Bravery 🙌. I'm SO EXCITED to Follow Your Journey!!! Love Your "any who" 💗. I've been following... Squirmy & Grubbs AND Cole & Charisma For A Very Long Time. Can't wait for all Your Videos and Just Know Now You Both Have Much More Support!!! Upstate NY Nurse here 💚

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

We are so happy you are here! Thank you for your support❤️ we also love those accounts as well, they are amazing individuals! Lindsay is working on saying “any who” it’s a habit 😂 thank you for your work as a nurse- your line of work is deeply appreciated. Sending our love!

[@relaxandunwind1496]

Ya'll are so good together ❤️ My amazing fiancé is a paraplegic and we live 1800 miles apart at the moment but can't wait to marry him. There's no one else that holds a candle to him he's simply the best.

[@johnfoster774]

I am so proud and delighted to see how happy you both are today. I will never forget the first six months of caring for you at home. The challenges seemed relentless but we made it through to this new period of joy. Today we are able to look forward to great things the future offers you both. I will be here to read your story as well as be a part of it.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you so much. We absolutely could not have done it without you and we are forever grateful for you. Love you! We are excited to see what the future holds as well.

[@WhozOnfirst]

Is your injury complete? If not, what function/sensation do you have?

[@mygirldarby]

You two are an adorable couple! Thanks for sharing your story. I know it will help others who may find themselves in a similar situation. I've always been so afraid of diving. I swim well but I can't dive and I always find it scary to see others doing it. I know this case was a freak accident and could have happened to anyone. Connor was obviously a very accomplished swimmer, so I know if diving can be dangerous even for him, it could definitely be dangerous for anyone. I always implore my husband not to dive into any pool because the risk is not worth it. He's a good swimmer too, but it's not about experience. Accidents can happen to anyone.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Absolutely. I couldn’t say it better myself. We hope to spread awareness about diving! Thank you for following along🤍

[@eldavis1311]

Sorry about your accident and hard times. I’m glad you both found God through this. Beautiful bride & handsome groom. Congratulations on your forever marriage!

[@jesuswept5863]

Hiprex is a good prophylactic med to prevent UTI’s and peri/catheter cleansing with Hibiclens liquid to keep the bacteria out.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you for the tip. We appreciate it!

[@sonjabryant2567]

I follow Cole and Chrisma and Shane and Hannah and tonight I stumbled across your vlog and i will be following you .

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you for following along🤍

[@teresashiver7558]

you popped up on my youtube - I follow 2 other couples Squirmy&Grubs and Cole& Chrisma - I look forward to following your journey. You are a beautiful couple!

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

We are so happy you are here!

[@kathleenlemieux2325]

Oh and I drink a lot of water. I'm not kidding. I also take 8 Azo pills per day trying to avoid UTI's.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

It is so tough!! UTIs were my biggest struggle during the first year post accident. I hope you get relief soon.

[@miamoore1666]

Anyone wishing to tell their true story like this are Amazing people because this must be incredibly hard. I hope you continue to be strong and hang in there.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you Mia🤍

[@IsraeliteE]

Oh wow Arkansas! I'm from Lonoke AR c/o 06 definitely will be following!

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Great to meet you!! Thank you for following along🤍

[@michellecrowe7063]

Congratulations on your marriage ! I love how down to earth and authentic you both are. You are both an inspiration to anyone fortunate enough to hear your story. I look forward to following your journey. Sincerely, Michelle from Nova Scotia Canada 🇨🇦

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you for the sweet comment, Michelle. We are so happy you are following along🤍

[@stephaniecairo7335]

You guys should reach out to cole and charisma!

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Yes!! We are planning to do so! They are amazing

[@alyssalee798]

I’m so extremely proud of both of you and love you guys so much!! I’m so grateful for how far you have come Connor and for the strength and faithfulness you and Lindsay show. I know that God has a plan for you both🤍 Love you guys and so happy that God brought Connor into our lives and brought you 2 together.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Alyssa🥺 thank you sweet girl. We love you more than words!

[@myrnaedmisten599]

What an amazing story. Don’t know if you know about Cole and Charisma’s KZbin channel. Your stories are so very similar is uncanny. Blessings on you.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

We love watching Cole and Charisma! Amazing people. Thank you so much🤍

[@meaganraiford6002]

Love y’all both so much!!! Can’t wait to keep watching!

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you so much for your support, we love you❤️

[@C.O._Jones]

Most special thing about TIRR - it’s in Texas! ❤ You shared some embarrassing moments, so I’ll tell you one of mine (I hope it makes you laugh). The first time I was allowed outside rehab on my own (I could use my arms), I managed to run my chair off the edge of the sidewalk and get a wheel stuck between the concrete and the grass. Try as I might, I wasn’t strong enough to muscle the wheel up and out. I knew they’d come looking for me eventually, but it was starting to get cold, so I swallowed my pride, pulled out my cell phone and called the nurse’s station for help. They were a little confused at first because the call came in on an outside line. But they came out and rescued me.

[@theresabuchanan1787]

May God continue to bless both of you with many, many blessings. Conner you definitely are an OVERCOMER! Both of you are Precious. Love to see how much you care for each other. Prayers always.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you so much🤍

[@pamreynolds6812]

Have you ever watched cole and charisma they can probably offer so much insight. I have following them for a long time . It is roll with and charisma. You guys are amazing. And there is so much that will come your way G_D bless both of you and good luck

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Yes, we have been watching them since the beginning of Connor’s accident. They are amazing. Thank you so much 🤍 we are happy you are following along!

[@MsEller316]

Try coconut water or natural cranberry juice for the UTI it’s the PH maintenance…you definitely need a lot of prayer..

[@ced56]

You both are such an inspiration. It is good to see u both. May God bless you both.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you!

[@rebeccasandlillysadorablebaby]

You guys are such an inspiration and see I have a KZbin channel that well and I am very involved on my subscriber count but that doesn’t bother me at all I just want to get my messages crossed that I like to do things that make people happy and you guys do as well it seems I am a new subscriber thank you Siri you’re a story even when it gets hard to budge I love you Rebecca Russell from Canada

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you so much for your support Rebecca. We are so glad you’re here!🤍

[@pearlygates9763]

Roll with Cole and Charisma. Close has a simpler story. It was a river he dived into. But he still found love.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

We have watched their videos since the beginning of Connor’s accident. They are amazing. We are happy you are here🤍

[@geraldkor8307]

The meds did the same thing to me when I had knee replacement,I was completely out of my mind!

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Such a strange feeling!

[@susanannhagger7637]

I'm in a wheelchair after back surgery my legs still work a bit I was getting uti all the time they came up with doing 2 bladder washes a day I do a citrus acid R50 and then the next is opti flow 50 mls it stopped my bladder infection I have just recently had botox injection in my bladder for bladder spasms it worked great x

[@irenedavo3768]

Hope infections gone forever!

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Oh wow, that sounds rough. We are so thankful you were able to find something to help. We pray that your UTIs and bladder spasms will continue to improve. Sending our love 🤍

[@conniepatel6809]

Absolutely without God we have nothing your closeness to God will help both of you be happy

[@karmalilola]

Thank you so much for sharing very inspiring I have to make a video about using Morse code when you're intubated I am a C4 and complete quadriplegic and greatly inspired by your story cheers

[@sherrydawson6253]

Omg u have been through so much. It's nice u can move your arms so well. Sounds like u had excellent medical care. I'm sure it's been so rough and scary for both of u! Will keep u both in my prayers. How sweet u purposed SWEET! U have a awesome positive attitude. Married too! What a journey you've had .life is short sometimes we do need to enjoy every second. Will cont to watch your journey. Such a cute couple. Wishing u many exciting new things! 💜💜

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you for the sweet comment, Sherry. We are so happy you are here. Thank you for following along🤍

[@soniafaustin3237]

Inspiring story , God is all the time. God will make a way for you guys cause you honor Him in the most difficult time

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Absolutely, couldn’t have said it better. Thank you Sonia 🤍

[@ryllagasaway8490]

Connor, I will say pray,s for you. Hope every thing turn out ok.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you, Rylla. I appreciate the prayers.

[@jenniferbutler6797]

My dad was on the vent for pneumonia a year before passing and then he got ICU psychosis. It’s a real thing and they don’t prepare you for those things either. So happy y’all are doing well.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

I’m so sorry to hear that. The ICU takes a mental toll for sure. Thank you for the kind words, may your father rest in peace.

[@jenniferbutler6797]

@@JourneywiththeFosters Thank you so very much. I know this isn’t the life you both thought you’d have but it’s the one you’re destined for. You both are here to lead the way for others that need your guidance and encouragement. Congratulations on your future!!❤️

[@caseyslifewithcp3727]

i'm a quadriplegic but i have cerebral palsy

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

I am sorry to hear that. We hope you are doing well🤍 and we are so happy you are here following along

[@caseyslifewithcp3727]

@@JourneywiththeFosters don't apologize I have a great life I would love to connect more with you guys I'm doing good I hope you are too

[@gladyssimmons8005]

Welcome to utube where don't judge you are the teacher I am here only to support yall.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you so much!

[@jennifermiller2601]

I will follow you, saw this after Cole and Charisma video. Just really struggling to hear you guys (sound). Good luck to you guys, excited to see your journey!

[@LeahMcCalla]

Too cool.. all I can say.. you guys are the ipidomy of faith.. love.. grace.. Jesus walks with you..

[@robinmcewen1382]

Your gorgeous beautiful couple Love you both

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you so much🤍

[@tinadavis566]

I absolutely love you guys I just started watching the video I subscribed and please check out Charisma and cole they're really nice couple she was just therapist and fell in love their marriage I can't wait to see your journey and can't wait to see your videos welcome to KZbin😍❤ God bless you and your family blessings on blessings on blessings🙏 yes she was with you God down his guardian angel to protect you

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you for the sweet comment. We love watching their videos! We are so happy you are here🤍

[@Lovelytianna415]

What i learned from Cole (Roll with Cole and charisma from youtube ) Do not dive headfirst into shallow water ( not sure if that pool was shallow) 😩 God bless you guys 💕🙏🏽

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

It was in fact the shallow end of the pool😓 a freak accident. We hope to spread awareness about diving accidents, as it is something most people don’t think about. Thank you for your support, it means the world to us🤍

[@kathleenlemieux2325]

I am disabled with a rare disease called Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and I've been in a chair since I can remember. I don't think I have ever had the incredible outlook and poise you both have talking about your injury. Sharing your story will undoubtedly change the outlook of other people with diving accidents. Also, I am a Certified Life Coach, I would like to talk to you guys sometime... Anytime. Blessings to you both.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

I am so sorry to hear that, but thankful you are a life coach to help others. Thank you for what you do. Also, thank you for the sweet words, we appreciate that more than you know.

[@CompleteInJesus]

I have SMA too!

[@ashleymwicks]

You both are amazing human beings. Love you both♥️

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Ashley!! Thank you girl. We love you!

[@javieralonsonadal6829]

The force of love,congratulations😍😍

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you so much!

[@pamogle488]

You’re an adorable, brave couple. You can tell that there was no question you should marry. You are lucky to have each other. Lindsay, you look a lot like Princess Kate! May God give you both a smooth path going forward.

[@dezerenethompson4233]

Thanks god you’re alive- give thanks 🙏

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

🤍

[@SherryBaby2003]

I’m curious why they administer so many heavy pain meds with someone who is paralyzed ? Were you feeling pain ?

[@tschandraheinze1680]

Such a story, you 2 are gonna blaze trails 👣 for miles and miles. Look forward to getting to know you both more. Excited to see where life takes you both. Sending hellos from Wasilla Alaska, Tschandra

[@Missstrish]

Alaska absolutely stunning place. Just breathtaking!!

[@tschandraheinze1680]

@@Missstrish It really is a beautiful beautiful place to live and experience. I am definitely ready to live in Alaska in summer and back home in California for winter 🙌 that would be just perfect.

[@Missstrish]

@@tschandraheinze1680 I will be living back in Cali come May thru Aug. I am in South Florida right now. I just think Alaska is stunning. California even up by San Fran is getting really rough and it’s sad.

[@tschandraheinze1680]

@@Missstrish oh wow how interesting, im from Atascadero California (: yeah I remwber growing up in California once I became a teen went bad for me. So I packed my bags and moved to Alaska to start my life elsewhere. I'm 37 now so an entier family. I so deeply miss home. Hope you have a nice time when your back in California. Have. You been to Alaska??

[@Missstrish]

@@tschandraheinze1680 a long time ago to visit but I want to go back!! It’s just beautiful you are so lucky

[@mindymalin5675]

i love you guys so much your story is beautiful and i love learning about what everyone goes through congratulations your so cute together both of you are just so lucky so it just makes me happy to see

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you so much Mindy. We are beyond happy you are here and appreciate your support. Sending our love!🤍

[@katherinebraddock5262]

God blessed you…you a very brave and strong man🙏🏽💯👊🏾

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you🤍

[@frankierepalda]

Let's hope for a miraculous recovery and get him up and running again 🙏

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Absolutely, that is our hope. He will continue working hard with rehab. Between rehab, technological advancements, and prayer, we are confident Connor will continue to improve and will walk again one day🙏🏻 Thank you for your support, it means the world to us!

[@frankierepalda]

@@JourneywiththeFosters yes! Believe that he's going to regain mobility

[@elaineweinberg7094]

What a brave and beautiful couple. Congratulations and God bless.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you so much 🤍

[@dezerenethompson4233]

Congrats 🎊 both- god’s able 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you 🤍

[@rebeccaokeefe5041]

Very interesting story. Prayers gor both. Please stop saying "anyhoo" though. Please.

[@ildikoparker920]

Are you able to have children?

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Good question- we will address this in our next video. It will be a Q&A video so we can explain further 🤍

[@leslieshowalter1976]

You seem like a great people, good luck with everything 😊

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you Leslie 🤍

[@reemaxx2080]

You both are so so so good looking, beautiful and charming ✨

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you so much🤍

[@neighborhoodfriendlyquadri343]

First of all, congratulations on getting married! That is a huge accomplishment in life!! I would like to tell you that you are most indeed… A multiple time miracle! You are such a strong person my good sir… You have overcome massive obstacles in your life since becoming paralyzed… God has been guiding you through your life and I was just curious, did you get paralyzed in 2020 or 2021? And to Lindsay, You guys seem like a perfect match for each other… I have come to learn that when somebody in a relationship gets paralyzed, it is a split them up, or it makes him stronger as a couple… And it’s clear to see to the world that it has brought you two stronger together! Which that in itself is a huge blessing from God! You seem to be a very strong young lady, and God will bless you so incredibly much for being there for each other and taking care of each other! Never doubt the power of God! In Christ we can do all things and overcome anything! My name is Wesley SALWAY, I went to Set Free men’s Christian discipleship ministry for recovery in ELMA, Washington 6 years ago in 2016. This is my story… Chapter 1 or 2 I got paralyzed from the chest down four years ago, and I’ve died four times since becoming paralyzed. I overdosed on heroin two times. The third time I died, was a suicide attempt, and I ended up taking 30 oxycodone’s and seven Dilaudid pills for a total of 150 mg of oxycodone and 28 mg of Dilaudid. (This was one of the five suicide attempts in 2018 alone) It took about 2 1/2 hours for my body to digest because it was such a large amount. I started blacking out and going in and out of consciousness… I got into the ambulance after my mom called 911 and less than five minutes after leaving my house in the ambulance, They had to pull over on the side of the road and park because my heart stopped. After giving me CPR, I came back to life and proceeded on to the hospital! The fourth time that I died was from a life-threatening infection called Pseudomonas Aeruginosa. My heart stopped for over two hours. God reached down from the heavens with his MIGHTY hand of healing and literally brought me back to life from the dead!! My name is Wesley, I am 37 years old and live in Seattle, and this is my testimony! God is real and is so incredibly good!! I hope my story inspires you to Believe in God as I am a multiple time miracle! God literally brought me back to life and He never left my side even in death, He was with me! Thank you God for life and thank you for me to reach people with my testimony. Lord I pray for peace and healing to all who read this! In Jesus name I pray, amen chapter 1 I was in the hospital with the same life-threatening infection that killed me on October 13, 2018. Pseudomonas Aeruginosa. I was there for 10 days of IV antibiotic treatment, and they put a pick line in my arms that goes straight to the heart just like you have experienced before. God has been with me my entire life especially through the hard times and occasionally even when I’ve been dead. June 7, 2022 will mark exactly 5 years of me being paralyzed from the chest down! I am self-proclaimed funniest cripple in the world! Lol. I am also as humble as I can possibly be, and I pray that the Lord continues to humble me. A good part of my life at the exact time of one of the hardest parts/times of my life that one could possibly imagine… There were times when I was getting high that I pray to God that he would remove drugs and take them from me out of my life… God guided me in such an unexpected way.. I tried overdosing on cocaine (In 2016, the year before I got paralyzed) and in the midst of everything I ended up calling an ambulance for myself in which when I got to the hospital the day after I got there one of the doctors asked me if I believed in God… I responded by saying yes, I do believe in God. He responded by asking me to wait 15 or 20 minutes so he could grab a piece of paper. So I agreed to wait and 15 minutes later he handed me a piece of paper that forever changed my life... It had a list of about five different places for recovery. The first place I called didn’t pick up, and the second place on the list was SET FREE!! Shane Tommila... and Vladimir Morgan... you were both one of the first people that I met there and one of the most influential and inspiring people that I’ve met there. I want to personally thank you for having the faith in me of an awesome brother who made me believe the realness of God on a daily basis. You have altered and changed my life more than once for the better and I want to thank both you and God for cheering me on and setting me on a better path! Only you and two other people know how I ended up coming to set free. From one set free brother to another, I love you bro and thank you for being you!

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you for sharing your story, you are truly inspirational. We appreciate you!🤍

[@neighborhoodfriendlyquadri343]

@@JourneywiththeFosters You are most definitely more than welcome… That’s what God wants me to do after all those times he brought me back to life… That was his purpose for me to share my story of what God has done in my life and to let everyone know that God is real and that God is really a miracle worker! I appreciate you guys as well! This might be a longshot, but do you guys have any single friends by chance? I am 5‘11“, I am 38, Caucasian with brown hair, brown and green hazel eyes, paralyzed from the chest down and wanting to share my life with someone special. I suppose I should mention that I am 57 inches tall in my wheelchair lol! Also, how is your day going so far if you don’t mind me asking? And thank you so much for commenting, I greatly appreciate it and both of you :-)

[@ketoneedoh1844]

Such a terrible story but also sweet , I’m glad everything is better now you both are strong together 🙏🏻👍

[@dezerenethompson4233]

Amazing 😻 guys- love ❤️ you guys 🙏❤️❤️

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you!🤍 we appreciate your support

[@jbsweeten]

I love you guys so much! Your total devotion to one another to push through all of these hardships that have been placed upon you...You're just an inspiration on my darkest days to "cowboy up", as your Uncle Bob (my late hubby) used to say. Thank you for sharing. I know that was really hard for you. Connor, you're amazing! We are so honored to call you family!!!

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you for your continued support Jackie. We love you so much!!❤️

[@catscratches9899]

Thanks for sharing your story

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you for your support🤍

[@djsews]

A beautiful couple from the inside out.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you🤍

[@starraustin9363]

🙏🙏🙏

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

🤍

[@CompleteInJesus]

I have a genetic disease called Spinal Muscular Atrophy and I'm a Christian. My husband and I have a little KZbin channel where we talk about faith and disability. I have never walked and have very limited strength in my arms. It is so interesting to see this perspective of being able bodied then disabled. I cannot imagine how traumatic this experience has been for you two but I'm so glad you kept your faith in God!

[@catscratches9899]

Definitely a warrior

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you!!

[@dezerenethompson4233]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏just trust in gods - surely heal you

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

🙏🏻

[@Scottallen8909]

You guys have an amazing testimony of love and faith. Thank you for sharing

[@KatelynBeadle]

I remember seeing you guys in the halls of CP when we were all just kids. So proud of you both & the Beadle family is sending you all the love and prayers! 💛

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you so much!❤️

[@reemaxx2080]

So inspiring.. wish you the best

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you so much!

[@travelingtheworldretired]

Love your videos. Please increase the volume for future videos. Had a hard time hearing it.

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We will be sure to fix this issue in the future. Thank you for following along🤍

[@CC-hz1qm]

You looked fine with the long hair!

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you!

[@lliselsolis4456]

You’re both inspiring! Look forward to watching your journey!

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you for following along!🤍

[@twikiriizeclare2239]

Amazing story❣️

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you 🤍

[@jsavannah123]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

❤️

[@Blackxs93]

Congratulations to you both

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

Thank you!

[@kathyanderson1509]

Just found your channel. Im Here to stay . Check out rolling with Cole and chrisma

[@JourneywiththeFosters]

We are so excited you are here! Thank you for following along❤️ we love their videos!! What an amazing couple.