The Day I Got A Second Chance at Life

On December 2, 1999 I got a second chance at life. Thank you to all of the people who made it possible this past summer for me to revisit this day.
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[@catmama54]

Wow I’m sitting here in tears. My brother was 25 when he had a car accident at 25 and became a quadriplegic. He lived to be 63 when he lost his life in another car accident. He became a social worker and worked with veterans with spinal cord injuries. He wished he had the use of his hands so he could have been independent but accepted his life and helped many. You are an amazing young lady.

[@EmpoweredPara]

It's people like your brother that have allowed me to live a wonderful life in a wheelchair. Without amazing role models I would still be lost! I'm sorry that he has passed away but am glad he lived a good life!

[@catmama54]

@@EmpoweredPara Thank you so very much. If he were alive he’d be in awe of you. I’ve watched many of your videos and they sure hit close to home. Tommy’s neck was broken at C5 a year in the hospital but in time got his masters and learned to drive again . They have a plaque with his name on the building in Virginia where he worked. I’m very proud

[@Gdesign959]

That’s incredible to go back to school for after such a horrific accident. Bravo to your brother.

[@philip5798]

I had a bad motorcycle accident last month a lost half my left foot in the process. I’ve been trying to put my life together and stumbled across your channel which I am grateful for. I’m so inspired by you. I cried when I read the words in the frame above your couch, it’s a pity I didn’t learn that lesson years ago.

[@EmpoweredPara]

It's never too late to be grateful for what you have, or what you have left!

[@ameliab324]

You did not deserve to go through all of this, and Blake did not deserve to die. But it happened, and you still find ways to be happy, and just live your life. I'm happy that you have friends that still care for you and each other after all these years because other people is what allows us to stay strong even after the biggest tragedies.

[@EmpoweredPara]

Tragedies aren't on purpose but we can find purpose if we choose to!

[@lewisgardner1660]

You are such a brave person for telling your story, as a parent I dread to think how your parents were feeling after it happened, as you know a parents job is to keep their kids safe, they must have been devastated. I know I would rather go through any accident or pain than have my daughter or my wife go through it. You are an inspiration to so many♥️

[@EmpoweredPara]

Now that I am a parent I think about how my parents must have felt and I can't even imagine. So helpless and guilty I'm sure. Time and perspective has allowed me to see that even though I was the one paralyzed, everyone around me was affected in their own way.

[@theosome1672]

Okay, you got me to cry that time. What a remarkable story, God bless you and bless your angel Blake

[@EmpoweredPara]

Thanks Olivia!

[@cassiedelaney3734]

You are going to have such an impact on so many peoples lives by sharing your story. Incredibly heartwarming and inspiring!

[@EmpoweredPara]

Awe thanks.

[@talesfromtheleashexpatdogl1426]

Absolutely heartbreaking.... I imagine losing Blake was just as traumatic if not more so than becoming paralyzed

[@wrayjordan7188]

What a touching tribute to Blake. Glad you had the strength to go back and get the closer to the story while your friends are still around. Hope you keep in touch with them. You are such a strong woman. Much respect ❤

[@allyyyyy20]

I’m glad I found your channel. After dealing with left sided weakness for a while, I was diagnosed with a C2-3 intramedullary spinal cord tumor about a year ago. After one very arrogant and inexperienced (with a scenario like mine) surgeon told me I would most likely be paralyzed and to go home and spend the holidays with my family, I went to another surgeon who was an absolute angel. He is so kind and humble and was able to successfully remove the entire tumor. Unfortunately, the only way to do the surgery is by causing an incomplete spinal cord injury. I am confident I would be in worse shape if not dead had I let the first surgeon (who was confident he could do the surgery as well as any surgeon in the state 🙄) do the surgery that he had only done twice before. I don’t have to deal with nearly as much as you do and it is SO VERY HARD! It’s so comforting to see what your life has become. I definitely struggle with the grief of losing the life I once had. I was very independent and am now living with my parents again at 28, it is not easy at all! The recovery process for nerve healing is so slow and so unpredictable and I am always wondering where/how I’ll end up. Thank you for sharing your life for people like me who need to hear it!

[@EmpoweredPara]

You can do anything with the right mindset! Just take it one day at a time and know that you are capable of all the hard tasks set before you!

[@ssh4yl33]

i live in that house now :) thank you for sharing y’alls story! you are so strong, never forget❤️

[@EmpoweredPara]

Lots of memories in that house! It sure looks different since it's been renovated!

[@ilikeminecraftgaming9331]

Huh that’s funny how that happened!It’s a small world!

[@kaliensmashingatoms]

I'm sure you will probably never read this but I want you to know you are a huge inspiration for me. I am not paralyzed but I do live with a dramatic amount of pain that becomes exacerbated by anxiety and depression. I enjoy watching your videos because of your strength and tenacity.

[@EmpoweredPara]

I'm not famous yet lol. I read comments haha. I have anxiety too. I think it's worse than the disability! I feel your pain!

[@therealbadbob2201]

I hear you, I feel you pain and depression as well. Hang in there. That is sll I have.

[@nancylanderson8012]

Made me cry and made me remember how a boy saved my life only to die 30 minutes later. God bless you and I'm glad you are here.

[@EmpoweredPara]

Please tell me more of that story!

[@bj5843]

That was one of the most heart wrenching things I’ve ever watched. I don’t know you, but I’m so happy you’re alive.

[@Nikkibrule]

Wow, lady, thank you for sharing this! It brings back a lot of feels and memories of that time for me too! Your grace is undeniable, I’m glad you were able to connect with the old crew and have closure. Many blessings ❤️💕

[@EmpoweredPara]

Thank you. It was so great to connect with everyone. It was a tough couple weeks after but I am soooo glad I did it!

[@michaelstarling-uy5dm]

I came across your channel 2 days ago for reasons God only knows. I've watched half a dozen of your videos and am intrigued with your candid humor, life skills, and ongoing story. You've even brought a tear to this old tough fire medic. Your life and testimony definitely has a purpose, as it is presently playing out. I believe that you are reaching so many others like yourself who need your uplifting spirit. I have and will continue to pray for you. God bless you and yours.

[@EmpoweredPara]

welcome to my channel! I'm sure you saw your share of tragedy in your job as fire medic and helped to save lots of people. I wouldn't be here to yell my story without someone like you around to save me 23 years ago!

[@Ken_1957]

Thank you. Very informative, I'm into my disability since 1985. C6,7. Met my now wife while at u of u in Salt Lake city. We married in 1987. It's been a great ride. She's been my life saver.

[@jnrickards]

"What they really *care* about"? (0:30) is you, what they're most curious about is how it happened. A tragic loss (of Blake) and yet, the beginning of a new and fulfilling life (yours).

[@EmpoweredPara]

I do believe people ask because they care about me:) I definitely have a fulfilling life!

[@vomeronasal]

This is...beautiful. And painful. Thank you. I'm not crying, you are!

[@EmpoweredPara]

It's a sad story but so glad I get to be here to tell it!

[@westiepower2020]

@@EmpoweredParaAnd we too are so happy you are here!

[@user-mp4zs2by9m]

I’m profoundly touched by your story & your inspiration fuelled by Angel & Guide, Blake. The closure you received from this bittersweet reunion was so meaningful. Thanks to all involved. ✨❤️🙏

[@EmpoweredPara]

It was a very therapeutic experience reunion!

[@eefneleman9564]

Don't know how I stumble across videos like this, but that was a heartbreaking story. Too often I myself take health and life for granted.

[@EmpoweredPara]

we all do at times!

[@coltonmorgan3610]

Since I have connected with you through this Channel and feel that I have become a friend. That is incredibly heart-wrenching and hard to watch. However I will say you and your channel make me a stronger person everyday. I've said it once and I'll say it again I rely on you for a lot of strength you are an incredible lady with an incredible story.

[@EmpoweredPara]

I always look forward to your comments and am glad to call you a friend! Your support means alot!

[@coltonmorgan3610]

@@EmpoweredPara it's no problem you know I love you guys. I hope you guys have an awesome holiday season. and I hope you and your family get everything out of it you guys want.

[@EmpoweredPara]

@@coltonmorgan3610 happy holidays to you too!

[@cargopilotguy305]

Man in December 2, 1999 I was 7 years old flying on an airplane for the first time and the captain welcomed me into the cockpit during the flight. That day made me want to become a pilot. It’s so crazy how big the world is. I mean it’s obvious people all over the world are living their own stories every day but it’s just crazy to think I was having my life changed in an entirely different way to how yours was changed.

[@EmpoweredPara]

I love that about life, stories are playing out all around us and we get to make meaning of our own.

[@markbrown9838]

Thanks for sharing your story. I've seen a few of your videos, but had not seen this one. So naturally I wondered what happened but wouldn't dare ask. You have an amazing testimony and your story will be such a help and encouragement to others. I'm now subscribed, as I don't want to miss future videos. Now I need to go back and start watching from the beginning.

[@EmpoweredPara]

Always ask me anything! I would have gladly shared how I was hurt with you!

[@susansharp985]

OMG, I had this terrible feeling and then.....Oh, dear heart I'm so glad you are doing well in your life now.

[@WilliamTheUnkownShoutout]

As a 90s kid and an early 2000s kid before my parents got divorced my mom and my dad were always very strict about my safety and i was definitely fine with them being very strict about my safety anyway Empowered Para thank you God and thank you Jesus that you are still going very strong and Rest In Peace Blake Madden i hope Blake Madden is keeping you Empowered Para and your family and your friends safe as well amen.

[@ramonsanabria1472]

Very powerful video , enjoy your " 2nd chance " and never look back , just keep living your best life ! Beautiful documentary !

[@everydayglory13]

I don't know how your channel ended up in my feeds here in Ontario, but after watching many of your videos out of curiosity, I am glad I did end up "finding" your channel. Your story had me in tears, such bravery, determination and heartwarming. Many of your videos are so inspirational, even for those who don't use a wheelchair. Thank you for being willing to publish the content you do. Keep up the amazing work!

[@margaretgarana911]

Thank you for sharing Blake. Thank for sharing

[@kristinreynolds577]

This is such a touching and special video! I’m so glad that you are here to make it, and it’s so great that your friends came together to make this video with you! I. So sorry that you lost your friend in that tragic accident! Much love to you! 💗💗💗

[@EmpoweredPara]

thank you 😊

[@MustangsTrainsMowers]

I got a tick bite around 1983 when I would have been 16. Diagnosed as chronic Lyme disease in 2013 when I was 46. 2014 through much of 2020 was quite a battle of ups and downs through different treatments with short term reliefs. November 2020 a new natural medicine antibiotic entered the market that matched all of my Lyme disease coinfections and now I work 2 jobs. But all of this was through the prime of my life when I was going to have a manufacturing business, family, hobby farm and travel. Instead I live with my 87 year old mom and work at a pizza restaurant and a Chevrolet dealership and I have no retirement savings at all.

[@nadiahill3223]

Aww bless you beautiful lady. How brave of you to go back . I'm so sorry this happened to you and that you lost your friend. Love and peace 💕💐🥀🌼🌸🌷🌺

[@EmpoweredPara]

Thank you:)

[@brucehobbs1734]

Go girl. It’s a tragedy, but you know you have a gift! Great job. Please to continue to remember him, he will live forever in you.

[@EmpoweredPara]

Thanks! His memory is ehT keeps me going on tough days!

[@tracydownie169]

Wow! What a brave inspiring lady you are, thank you for sharing your story.

[@EmpoweredPara]

thank YOU for listening!

[@brendaarmstrong7903]

Thank you for sharing. I had no idea you filmed my house.

[@EmpoweredPara]

I thought about knocking on the door:) I should have said hi!

[@M_Ladd]

You go girl, proud of you and what you have accomplished. Never quit!

[@EmpoweredPara]

Thank you!

[@samanthatremellen7640]

So sorry to hear this. You are so brave to tell this.

[@EmpoweredPara]

Thank you ❤️.

[@nezaroobest7139]

You are a heroine by your presence with us now and sharing your story with us. My story is difficult when I remember it and now it is a memory

[@EmpoweredPara]

Thank you for the kind words ❤

[@brianlowther5929]

britney that must have been realy hard for you to talk about that tragic day, well done sorry about your friend. it was nice to see everyone together in the end. you are a strong women i can see that from your other videos.

[@kittymaya4615]

How does this channel not have hundreds of thousands of subs? I watched a few vids and they’re so good! Witty, funny, everyone seems normal and real. Not naming names, but there’s a certain interabled couple channel that’s one giant #ad with #sponsored content yet they have endless subs. YT needs to put this awesome and interesting channel on the algorithm!

[@bigbossimmotal]

This lovely ladies story, and channel reminds some people of the strength of the human spirit. How people like her can go thru absolute hell and still come out the other side with a sense of humor, glowing personality, and fully functioning life (and family). AND Her story reminds other people of the frailty of the human body, the dangers of youngsters being off by themselves, and the inherent hazards of recreational vehicles. Lots of people who have children, snowmobiles or other recreational vehicles, and want their kids to have fun and freedom, are haunted by tales like this. Who in their right mind wants to think that their beautiful 13 year old daughter, or 14 year old son, who may be out sledding right now, may not be coming home in the same condition they left, if they come home at all? It takes a certain kind of Optimist to see past those things to the angel that hosts this channel. To have the simple ability to see her past her injury, and enjoy her content, humor, and zest for life is truly a gift. Unfortunately, I do not possess that skill as you do. It was beaten out of me in the accident that caused the incomplete spinal cord injury that put me into my wheelchair when I was 39 years old. Been there ever since. And like I described earlier, people fall into two categories, those that enjoy this content and creator for who she is, and those that prefer to put blinders on and pretend people like us don't exist. I am thankful for people like you, and the fact that you are clearly in the Optimist category, but you have to know that you are in the minority, that folks like you are few and far between. The chances of this channel having millions of subscribers is sadly slim, but the reality is that having 20,000 friends and fans is far better than having 2,000,000 subs that will ditch you as soon as you have a bad day. Kind of like fair weather friends, a life changing injury is the Mega Tsunami that washes them all away and shows you who is left that really cares about YOU, injured or not. Having survived my own injury, and Mega Tsunami of fair weather friends, I can verify that some of us come out the other side completely alone, broken, and bitter. So seeing folks like you, and this channel is a breath of fresh air, kind of like seeing a Unicorn chatting with a Fairy, and watching in wonder, knowing that they DO exist, somewhere. LOL

[@vickenator]

Thank you for sharing your story and video of the visit. I'm glad you were able to reconnect with so many friends from that time. And I'm sorry for the loss of your friend. I hope you're able to take some small comfort in the knowledge that his last moments were spent having fun with a dear friend. He would be so proud to see how far you've come in life, and how much you've overcome to succeed in all you've accomplished.

[@EmpoweredPara]

Thank you. I take comfort knowing he's watching over me and cheering me on!

[@rickb2267]

You are very thoughtful, introspective, wise and a great communicator. Thank you for your videos! We all have a lot to learn from you!

[@EmpoweredPara]

Wow, thank you!

[@Robert_N]

God bless you and your family. Blake, God rest his soul.

[@TheSpokesman69]

Well done for telling your story. even though I was born disabled, I was knocked out of my wheelchair by a car in February 2011 and that accident changed my life forever and now I have to rely on my wide for literally everything. Every time tell my story I get chocked up and angry, angry because the 18 year old girl who did it, got away with it without being prosecuted because ( in the word's of the policeman " because she is only 18. if she gets 6 point's on her licence within the first 2 year's of her driving she would lose her licence " my response was " If I had been a toddler ( young child ) walking across the road I would have been killed outright. My wheelchair took the impact sending my 30 feet along the road. My chair effectively saved my life. sorry for the long comment

[@EmpoweredPara]

That is crazy that they empathize with someone that is potentially a dangerous driver and could go on to hurt someone else instead of the victim of the crash! So stupid. I would be angry too.

[@TheSpokesman69]

@@EmpoweredPara we feel the policeman knew her

[@morgancalvi6675]

Same here...I don't remember anything about my accident. I was told I was goofing off in someone's power chair on a hill, and I flipped backwards (ironic, isn't it). I dislocated C4 (to the right), chipped the bottom corner of it, and landed directly on my spinal cord. This was 38 years ago...I hit it so hard, the spinal cord injury still showed in a cervical MRI a month ago (June of 2021), C5 and C6 started fusing on their own in the front, I guess from my head being jolted forward, to my chest. Anyway, the doctors said it was fusing on their own from a trauma. Thirty-eight years later, I can't hold my head up right. I regained 3/4 of things back and even walked after 2 years...but after a bone infection got into my spine and caused a second spinal cord injury, I'm now in a wheelchair (as of August 2019) and need a head rest.

[@EmpoweredPara]

Wow, that is ironic! And talk about a double whammy with the infection that made your injury worse. I'm sorry 😞. I sometimes wish I could remember my accident just so I could know the truth of what happened. Do you ever wish that?

[@morgancalvi6675]

@@EmpoweredPara damn, I clicked and lost my entire message 😟...you might want to check cyberspace 🤣...it was a pretty good one 😂. Anyway, I was saying I do wish I could remember and asked you if I'm not the only one who has no memories 😳...I don't remember a thing. They explained the neurons going to the brain are disrupted and there are no memories. I had no pain either because of this and often kid people I broke my neck and didn't feel a thing. What memories I do have are me walking home, but couldn't hold my head up. They explained it must have been the drugs because I was unable to move for 2 years...so there was no way I walked home. The real memories I do have were when I was in the X-Ray room and on a table and 2 people were holding my head up. Do you want to hear a real irony? The way I broke my neck was goofing off in a friend's power wheelchair. I was on a steep hill and flipped over backwards. I dislocated C4, chipped the bottom right corner of the vertebrate and landed directly on the spinal cord...sp it was an incomplete injury. I worked super hard and got tons back and even walked for 15 years.

[@EmpoweredPara]

@@morgancalvi6675 crazy 🤪. I have weird memories too. Our memories from near rhe accident are probably vivid dreams while we were out of it lol. My first real memories are from the hospital and them telling me I was paralyzed. I didn't believe them because I have phantom sensation in my legs. I only realized when I finally saw them moving my leg and I couldn't feel what they were doing. I realized after a while that my phantom sensation is always the same. Legs in thr same position never moving. That's when I realized I was actually paralyzed.

[@morgancalvi6675]

​@@EmpoweredPara wow...I have leg movement...they are partially paralyzed. I can't feel them that much though although I can feel my feet...but it is an off sensation...no where near normal. Actually, now that I say that...not sure if I can feel my feet any differently than my legs. In fact, I requested nerve blocks DURING my amputation as well as before and after...and the doctor says he needs me to be able to feel skin sensation...which I'm not sure I even have. I told him this and he never responded. I never was told I was paralyzed. The way I figured it out was the cervical traction and the flip Stryker frame bed. Were you ever on one of those...where there are 3 straps and to prevent bed sores, during your totally flat 16 days, they raise the bed and flip you for 2 hours? The crazy dreams really threw me. I assumed they were true. They shouldn't drug you like that. I've had 2 spinal cord injuries now and I'm going to ask they never do that again...'no narcotics' are on my file.

[@EmpoweredPara]

@@morgancalvi6675 I have never been in a bed like that. That sounds kinda scary lol! I hate narcotics too. I never take them even when I have surgery. I would much rather feel the pain than mask it.

[@tweak991]

It's your bodies way of "protecting" you in a way, at least that's what the doctors told me when I woke up in a hospital room after I had a motorcycle accident. To this day I have no idea what happened, not one single tiny detail. I went to work, had some conversations with co-workers and went to my office, next thing I remember is waking up in the hospital staring at my mom, one of my cousins and an ex-girlfriend, lol. After getting my equipment back it seems I was lucky to walk away with minor injuries (I hit concrete hard enough to crack the jaw of my helmet). I still sometimes wish I knew what happened, but it's probably best that I can't.

[@michaelcogley3150]

It was difficult watch this and not get teared up. Absolutely beautiful and well-done tribute to Blake. We all have heard countless stories of tragedy and loss. Many of us have experienced it in our own families such as when my wife lost her sister (8 months pregnant) and her husband when hit head on my a drunk driver. I often wonder if anything good that can came such painful events; and if I dare ask if there is a higher purpose to pain and loss. I believe one day in Heaven those questions will be answered. For now, each time my young adult children head off to live their life I say a little prayer.

[@EmpoweredPara]

I'm so sorry to hear you lost your sister in law in such a tragic way! I too say a little prayer for the ones I love when they aren't with me. We never know when we will say our last goodbye.

[@jolyonholloway483]

A very moving life story.You paid a high price for going out to enjoy yourself..It's interesting that you have no recollection of the accident.I had a similar accident with a motorbike when I was 15(but I'm not paralyzed.Just scars).I can remember everything before and after but the actual trauma has been erased from my memory.This selective amnesia is the brain's way of protecting itself from an extremely painful and traumatic event.Probably a kindness to you because you endured a lot without having the memory of the accident as well.

[@EmpoweredPara]

I think I have PTSD from the accident and am grateful that I don't have memory of it or I think the PTSD would be much worse:)

[@richardjones5255]

Words failed me, the tears did not, your bravery is without parallel.

[@EmpoweredPara]

Thanks ❤️. I don't feel very brave, resilient maybe. I feel like I owe it to Blake to live the life he can't:)

[@tracymcgrath1192]

Thank you for sharing this nightmare Britney. Horrible and unfair. Xoxo You radiate joy ❤

[@skiddledede8885]

Your gratitude for life shines through like a beacon. It’s beautiful. Could I ask what injuries did Blake actually die from? Thank you for your story.

[@EmpoweredPara]

I am not positive but I was told it was a collapsed lung

[@skiddledede8885]

@@EmpoweredPara thank you & God bless❤️

[@irenedavo3768]

Wonderful Tribute to Blake ♥

[@imogenoliver]

Thank you for sharing your story, is a powerful one, but most of all I’m glad you were able to find some closure and reunite with friends that share some of the Dave memories as you ☺️.

[@EmpoweredPara]

It was a therapeutic experience for sure!

[@VTfirefly911]

Bless you. Thank you for telling your story.

[@tlars8569]

Thanks for sharing this story. Powerful

[@EmpoweredPara]

Thanks for watching!

[@lookin4ward1]

This is such an awesome video xx no matter what life throws at you (us/everyone) be grateful for this things you do have not the things you dont, I have always lived by the mantra every bad thing will lead to something positive

[@EmpoweredPara]

I think it's true! Bad things give us the opportunity to grow!

[@JoshuaBrewer-k5s]

I love your KZbin channel. Thank you for everything that you do for the Disability community.

[@EmpoweredPara]

You're welcome!

[@neeadevil4840]

Thank you for sharing that story.

[@EmpoweredPara]

Thanks for listening:)

[@endtimeawakening5557]

I know that this young man's (Blake's) family and friends mourn his loss, but he wouldn't trade with any of us now. His journey in this temporal flesh ended at just the right time for reasons we can't begin to decipher. He returned to the Awesome Creator that gave him Eternal life, just as billions of others did that preceeded him. This physical experience is a testing ground, preparing us for the real world that exists on the other side of our final breath, in the Spirit Realm. Take care Brittney, God bless you and yours!!!

[@praisebetoyahuah4156]

Very touching words. But please know truth.. John 3:13, KJV: And no man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that came down from heaven, even the Son of man which is in heaven. On judgement day we will be judged the dead first. Please know actaul scripture not deception told to you by men's doctrines Yah bless.

[@endtimeawakening5557]

@@praisebetoyahuah4156 I certainly don't claim to have all the answers as I'm a perpetual student, always receiving from Father's Holy Spirit. Christ spoke in parables, allegories, etc as a type of Spiritual language that supercedes our 3-Dimensional thinking. He saw death in terms of "Spiritual Enlightenment" (Let the dead bury the dead). Awaken thou that steepest (in Spiritual death) and Christ will give thee Light (The Light of Truth). He is the "Light" that Lights the Life of Men. All return to the Father at the point of physical death. What happens at that point is between our Father and His Creation... Man can debate until the end of time as to what retribution awaits those that reject Him in this lifetime. We only have the School master (Scripture) and the Living Word (Father's Spirit) to divulge these things... ❤️

[@praisebetoyahuah4156]

@@endtimeawakening5557 we sleep when we die and I go by scripture only. Same as scripture I pointed out. Yes he spoke in parables but I never quoted him here even tho he said we sleep when we die. We face him on judgement day.. It's why it's called judgement day.

[@praisebetoyahuah4156]

@@endtimeawakening5557 it's why also ots called the resurrection and there's more than one. What u claim isn't scriptural. Sorry not fighting just getting scriptially aligned as lies don't mix with the word.

[@endtimeawakening5557]

@@praisebetoyahuah4156 As I understand the meaning of Christ and what He came to do is to fulfill all things. He came to show us that we're to "crucify" the Old Man (Carnal Nature, flesh, Son of man) and be Reborn the New Man (Spirit Man/Son of God). He came in the flesh to fulfill this for all of humanity. He lived as the "son of man" prior to the crucifixion and arose as the "Son of God/Yahuah" after the resurrection. We're all supposed to follow His example and subdue the Creature (Old Man and his former conversations) and resurrect the New Man (Son of God with the very Mind of Christ). This is my current understanding at my level of Awareness (where He's led me thus far). I strive daily to Love the Lord (I Am) my God with all of my heart, soul and mind and my neighbor (made in Father's image and likeness) as myself. ❤️

[@rosemarieherman7790]

Thanks for sharing your story, Brittney. ❤️🌹 nj USA

[@EmpoweredPara]

Thanks for watching!

[@lylemacdonald6672]

Poignant but uplifting. Thank you for sharing your journey. Kind regards.

[@johnjaco5544]

Thank you for sharing your story.

[@EmpoweredPara]

my pleasure!

[@zerofox1551]

Damn girl, you just made a 68 year old, hemi cry! Good job!

[@tpv59]

COINCIDENTLY I just asked You this very question a few minutes ago on another video. SORRY about that. Now I Know!!! YOU are a BEAUTIFUL Person.

[@roberteastwood6937]

As a parent of boys your story moves me tremendously. In my teens I did some stupid stuff. And I prayed that God would deliver me from the stupidity of my own boys that can be tragic. I am a grateful father. Your story is a reminder of how unpredictable life can be. Like most parents I would rather suffer myself than watch my children suffer.....(tho I have no wish to suffer at all...) You have a great attitude. Most of us would not do so well. I see you have 2 children. So my wife and I are curious. Did you have cesarian or natural bith? And if natural did you experience pain? You can ignore these questions if it's too personal.

[@RE7Hazuki]

Such a beautiful video!

[@EmpoweredPara]

thanks!

[@matthiasv6608]

wow that was beautiful und very respectful towards Blake.

[@davegoodridge8352]

What horrible and beautiful story. I'm thankful you can tell this story. A story of life and life lost. A story of finding what is important in life.

[@Gdesign959]

Dang what an incredible video.

[@EmpoweredPara]

Brings back memories and hard feelings for sure!

[@Gdesign959]

I bet it does. Very similar to my story.

[@Gdesign959]

@@EmpoweredPara It's been 27 years since my accident so memories for sure but the hard feelings have long since faded. It helps to have a great family as you know.

[@EmpoweredPara]

@@Gdesign959 How were you injured?

[@Gdesign959]

Racing motocross in my 20’s. Burst fracture of L1. I’m 55 now.

[@xyzct]

Everyone is fighting a battle no one knows anything about, so be kind.

[@EmpoweredPara]

legit!

[@markmcmanus9886]

You are a brave girl. Sorry for the out come😞

[@EmpoweredPara]

Thanks Mark.

[@HDRider1601]

Touching story.

[@portiasmith6445]

Wow what a heart wrenching story but so beautiful I'm so sorry for your loss.

[@EmpoweredPara]

thank you 😊

[@marcofacen9564]

Oh... It's really hard to listen to your story. I have cerebral palsy, and I grew up around many physically disabled persons. So... somehow I should be used to "things that can leave you paralized or disabled". But honestly... I don't know if someone can get fully used to that. I always wondered if it would be easier if i had a story to tell. Something that explains what people see. But at the same time... I am damn glad that I don't have to think about "what would have been if I would'nt have done... that day. I will never feel any kind of guilt for whatever, or blame something... It's just the way it's always been for me. Thanks for your honesty, as always! It was eye-opening in a way. It strongly reminded me that "having a story to tell" doesn't solve many questions. And even worse, every story could include other people that could be even more hurt.

[@EmpoweredPara]

You absolutely have a,story to tell. Your accident just happened in the womb lol!

[@marcofacen9564]

@@EmpoweredPara *lol* Requires a lot of imagination from both sides. My twin brother could testify, but he dosen't remember anything. ;)

[@EmpoweredPara]

@marcofacen9564 lol now that would be a story if you're brother somehow had magical womb memories and could recount the events that led to your lack if oxygen in thr womb lol

[@georgeprice6252]

This story or video of you accident hits close to home here, my son was with a group of friends , they were back to a camp in the woods for the weekend, a skidoo accident caused a young man his life,, he was married with 2 girls, he went over a jump or embankment that he did not expect, the skidoo came down so hard , it broke his neck, and killed him at the scene

[@debbiemcdonald8928]

I came by your vlogs by accident. But I truly believe God was leading me to your you tube channel..

[@EmpoweredPara]

I believe energy travel to those who need it! Anything specific that you feel you needed my videos for?

[@therealbadbob2201]

Wow this is powerfull. God bless everyone here.

[@heatherowens914]

I'm sorry about Blake

[@EmpoweredPara]

me too

[@kardiamit]

you are wonderful and strong.

[@EmpoweredPara]

Thank you 😊!

[@chantedefelepe]

Thank you so much for your story so my san has been bugging me al year for a quad bike that’s not going to happen after I saw your video second how incredibly lucky you were that day sorry to hear about that young men passing away god had bigger plans for you and he new you needed somebody to look after you so he gave you a little angle your friend in heaven I will show my san your video so I can tell him why he is not going to get the quad bike I would rather he hate me then me bury him again thank you

[@EmpoweredPara]

While I'm not big on ATVs I think they can be safe if there are rules in place. Go with your gut as a mom though!

[@OliviaTrevino-pv7ff]

Do you have any regrets

[@diotimatrimpoona8237]

You are very beautiful and kind.

[@debbiemcdonald8928]

God speed and prayers 🙏

[@therealbadbob2201]

I crashed a dirt bike in my early twenties. Fractured t6 znd t7. I thought i just bruised myself badly. I found out many years later I had fractured them. 40 years later I have some pretty bad pain from it. Some days are pretty bad. I am a lucky man

[@EmpoweredPara]

Wow you are lucky!

[@dchawk81]

Damn, those hills. Wouldn't be hard to lose control there.

[@EmpoweredPara]

Wish I knew what happened.

[@ryanparkhurst5718]

@empowered para, in which town in northern Alberta did your snowmobiling accident occur in?

[@EmpoweredPara]

Peace River

[@dayanaf301]

Your such a strong person may God bless you heaps and many years to come I love you so much may the Lord keep you strong iam sending love ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💋💋💋💋💋💋

[@kevintravis5123]

DEC 2 is my birthday... just saying !.... BTW you are awsome !

[@EmpoweredPara]

I love sharing my anniversary with peoples birthdays 🎂.!

[@VanLifeVoyages]

Live it to the fullest. #ChairLife #NeverQuit

[@EmpoweredPara]

That's the plan!

[@katchapman911]

awwwweeeee 😪my heart💔🙏🙏🙏

[@MrErichonda30]

Just found this channel.

[@GAINZonWHEELS]

🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

[@victoriadelmar5518]

14 year old I remember when I was senor in highschool I thought I new everything how wrong I was

[@EmpoweredPara]

Lol. I remember feeling so mature hahaha 😆. Although I did have ro grow up fast when I was paralyzed

[@streaming5332]

Her mother said no for a reason.

[@EmpoweredPara]

yep! Parents are pretty smart!

[@shaylynnseaman2995]

[@EmpoweredPara]

I hope you had a wonderful Christmas!

[@justincooke6073]

Also see Acts 10:44-48

[@rickb2267]

Forgive me if I missed this, but is Thomas your husband now?

[@EmpoweredPara]

no he's not...but we did date for 7 years!

[@XenithXenaku]

Goddamn, a mere _23 days before Christmas..._ that must've been tough for you.

[@EmpoweredPara]

yeah and my birthday is January 13th too lol

[@XenithXenaku]

Wow... *_oof!_* It's amazing how a single accident can change a person's life forever. From an Australian, I'm glad that you're doing okay.

[@EmpoweredPara]

@@XenithXenaku Why thank you!

[@victoriadelmar5518]

♥️

[@Lost_and_found85]

😭

[@irenedavo3768]

Scary