Justin Smith Writes

26-year old Justin in power wheelchair, I voted sticker on shirt, next to sign that says voting and ballot return, can't leave your car, park here and number to call for assistance, parked cars behind him

Advocacy, Political

Do something! Vote!

October 27, 2024 justins989

On Thursday, I did something! I voted early in Minnesota.

Justin in wheelchair, crowd behind him looking towards stage and holding Harris for president signs

Advocacy, Political

All the way down

October 13, 2024October 14, 2024 justins989

You know that there is a pretty huge election in three weeks. So, here are my top reasons why I support Democrats up and down the ballot.

Justin in his power chair looking at image of himself in rounded mirror with art on the wall

Accessibility (#A11y), travel

Mile-High Adventure

September 29, 2024October 4, 2024 justins989

My parents and I had a road trip to see the Interrupters at Red Rocks in early September. You may remember that I'm a huge Interrupters fan! They were opening for Sum 41. Here are some of the highlights from my latest road trip. "No matter how far I run" Red Rocks accessibility and the… Continue reading Mile-High Adventure

Accessibility (#A11y), Reviews, travel

What I will be reading in Denver

August 25, 2024 justins989

Road trip to Denver and some favorite reads!

Advocacy, Political

Pure Joy

August 10, 2024 justins989

I’ve loved being involved in the political process where I can make my voice heard about issues that matter to people with disabilities. Governor Walz has made me feel important and that what I have to say is important. What a gift. Check out the USA Today article!

Advocacy, Political

I’m motivated now!

July 27, 2024July 28, 2024 justins989

Okay, I know in my last post, I talked about not feeling particularly motivated. But, I’m motivated now! What a week!

Uncategorized

Motivation

July 22, 2024 justins989

About that… it’s been a couple months since my last blog post. Trying to find motivation isn’t always easy. Instead of getting in to deep Here’s a recap of how the summer’s going: Just got back from a weekend trip to celebrate my Grandpa’s 87th birthday! One of my favorite memories with my Grandpa is… Continue reading Motivation

Justin in his wheelchair, blurred people behind him in auditorium

Advocacy, Political

Ready to convene

May 26, 2024 justins989

On Friday, I’m heading to Duluth for the DFL State Convention. This will be the 3rd time I’m a state delegate and here’s why I’m going: I went to my local caucus in February and raised my hand. I went to my Senate District Convention and raised my hand. Showing up and raising my hand… Continue reading Ready to convene

Advocacy, Health, Political

Voice heard & not

April 21, 2024 justins989

A mixed couple of weeks with some disappointment, excitement, and frustration with the unknown.

Health, Reviews

“Ages come and pass”

April 7, 2024 justins989

I am at the beginning of the fourth book in Robert Jordan's epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time. At the beginning of each book, so far, these have been the first two sentences. And they are my favorite. “The Wheel of Time turns, and Ages come and pass, leaving memories that become legend. Legend… Continue reading “Ages come and pass”