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On June 10th, 2006, at just 16 years old, my life changed in an instant. I broke my neck racing motocross and was paralyzed from the shoulders down.

Today marks exactly 20 years since that life-changing event. To celebrate this milestone, I am doing something that is incredibly difficult for me: I am putting my pride to the side and asking for help.

If you know me, you know I am a big believer in personal responsibility. For the last two decades, I’ve tried to do as much for myself as humanly possible. I completed high school on time, went to technical college, received a drafting certificate and I’ve spent the last 10 years working hard as a graphic designer. With the help of my incredible family and friends, we have always found a way to scrape by.

In fact, we’ve used a massive amount of ingenuity to cut costs along the way. My bed, tilt table, wheelchair bike, computer desk, and the lift system, used to get me in and out of my wheelchair, are all completely homemade.

But as the years pass, bodies change, prices rise, and homemade equipment eventually wears out. To safely move into this next chapter of my life, live more independently, and ease the burden on my caregivers, I need to upgrade my equipment.

What We Are Raising Funds For
Every dollar raised from this campaign will go directly toward essential medical equipment and mobility needs that will drastically improve my quality of life:

• A Professional tilt table
• An Electric Bedframe
• Reliable Transportation

Thank You for 20 Years of Support!
This is the first time in 20 years we have ever launched a GoFundMe. It takes a village, and I would not be here today without the unwavering support of everyone who has stood by me since my accident.

Your generosity has allowed me to reach this 20-year milestone. Any contribution, big or small—or simply sharing this link—will help me achieve these goals and ensure I have the resources to keep moving forward.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for helping me meet the next chapter head on!
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https://gofund.me/2b749dd32 by @wes4one7

Twenty years…
On June 10th, 2006, my life changed in an instant. Breaking my neck and becoming a quadriplegic wasn't a path I ever expected to “walk”, and to be completely honest, there were days where I didn’t know if I could handle the weight of it. Two decades is a long time to live with a spinal cord injury, but it’s an even longer time for people to stick by your side.

The biggest lesson I’ve learned over the last 20 years isn't about physical limitations—it’s about the limitless power of community. I didn't get here on my own. I got here because of you.

To my family, my friends, and everyone who has shown up, stayed by my side, and refused to let me feel isolated: thank you. Thank you for the laughs, the patience, the unwavering support, and for always seeing me first. You are the reason I keep moving forward, and because of you, this life is still full of meaning, real genuine happiness, joy, peace, love and purpose. You have been my hands, my feet and my absolute rocks when I needed you.

As I reach this 20-year milestone, I am focusing on the future and ensuring I can continue to live as independently and healthy as possible. Living with a spinal cord injury comes with significant, lifelong medical and equipment expenses that never really slow down.

To help cover the costs of starting the next chapter, we are launching a 20 for 20 GoFundMe campaign. ($20,000 for 20 Years)

If you are able to contribute, or even just share the link, it would mean the world to me as I navigate the expenses of the years ahead. But more than anything, thank you for simply being in my corner for the last two decades. Cheers to 20 years of resilience, to the amazing people who make every single day worth fighting for, and to whatever comes next! 🥂❤️
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https://gofund.me/2b749dd32 by @wes4one7

Shout out to the boys @factory_wax_ for the fresh lid, keeping me cool at SX, ripping the trails and cruising the beach. Pup approved! Extra thanks for the hoodie keeping me warm when the weather shifts🤘 #factorywax by @wes4one7

Fun weekend, checking out The @cruiserpalooza with some good people. by @wes4one7

Finally made a trip back to the ole boot to see my old stomping grounds and feel the nostalgia. #morgancity #louisiana by @wes4one7

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#wheelchairbike #summer #freedom #freeride #4one7 #RideForFun by @wes4one7

Hey guys I'm still testing things for recording gameplay, but I figured I would show an example of what I'm working on. Next up is the video capture of the actual PS2 footage, this is just a recording of my projector.
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Song: Ill Repute - Clean Cut American Kid
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#mxunleashed #mxvsatv #mxunleashedgameplay #motocross #supercross #startyoursystems #ps2 #accessiblegaming #diy by @wes4one7

Y'all remember me? Lol, making an effort to get back online and trying out a few new angles. Also, Florida summer is back in full affect 🥵
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#wheelchairbike #summer #freedom #freeride #4one7 #RideForFun #FunTilDeath by @wes4one7

$I can't believe I won this! The @fmf73 DROP one year subscription! . Support all the bad habits by signing up for the DROP! fmfracing.com - "absolutely Fire for the Adults" - some guy - Thank you @fmflild 🤘 and @moto_memess 🖕 #myfmf #fmfpower 🎥 @natebratkowski 👊 by @wes4one7$

It's a good life🙂 Take a ride with me and enjoy those sweet beach vibes!
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Thank you my dudes🤘👊
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#wheelchairbike #quadriplegic #paralysisaintshit #getsome #liveyourlife #freeride #realrider #gofast #beachrider #4one7 by @wes4one7

Some additions to my previous post 😏
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