Grounded in Transitional Care
After spending eleven days in the hospital, I was released and moved to a transitional care facility. The motorcycle accident resulted in injuries to my upper right arm, left wrist/hand, and right ankle, rendering me unable to independently feed, take care of myself, or walk independently. Admitted to Transitional Care I was admitted to a […]
2 Surgeries and a Boot Finally Released
In my previous post, I shared about my motorcycle accident. It caused me to be in the hospital for eleven days, having 2 surgeries, and a boot on my right foot before being released to a short-term care facility. The least of my injuries happened to my right ankle. It was fractured, but thankfully it […]
Motorcyclist Down!
On April 21, my life drastically changed. I became a motorcyclist who went down, which resulted in a fractured right ankle, a broken upper right arm, and a broken left arm and wrist. It was a beautiful sunny day with a slight breeze—the perfect day to take my motorcycle out for a ride. I had […]
My First Ride of the Year: Riding into Spring
The first ride of the year is always exciting – especially for female motorcyclists. There’s nothing quite like feeling the sun on your face, the wind in your hair, and the purr of your engine. It has been a long and nasty winter, and so far, spring hasn’t been much different here in Minnesota! We […]
The Strongest Woman I Know: My Mom
Back in March of 2010, about a week after my mom passed away, I wrote the following words. Even though 13 years have passed, it still feels like yesterday, and the pain of her loss continues to surface from time to time. Happy Mother’s Day to the strongest woman I know, my mom. A Tribute […]
Can Women Motorcyclists Over 50 Still Suffer From PMS?
She can if it is Parked Motorcycle Syndrome (PMS)! PMS is the feeling of restlessness and frustration that sets in when you are not able to ride your motorcycle for an extended period of time. Whether it’s due to weather, work, or other constraints, not being able to ride can be difficult and challenging for […]
Badass Motorcyclist Shares Her Story of Overcoming Adversity
Have you ever met another female motorcyclist a.k.a. badass motorcyclist and just wanted to learn more about her and her story? I connected with Leslie on Instagram and separately picked up her book, “The Zen of Learning to Ride a Motorcycle: How I Faced My Fears, Shifted Gears, and Found Healing From Anxiety, Codependency, and […]
10 Must-Have Gifts for Women Motorcyclists | Your Guide to the Perfect Presents
Whether it’s for a birthday, anniversary, Mother’s Day, Christmas, or just because you love her, finding the perfect gift for the women in your life who love to ride motorcycles can be a challenge. That’s why I have put together a list of 10 gift ideas that are perfect for women motorcyclists. As a female […]
Women Motorcyclists: A Force to Be Reckoned With
Female motorcyclists are a diverse group of women, and many have friends who also ride. I’ve come to appreciate the wide variety of women who choose to hop on two wheels and hit the road. Despite the stereotypes that still linger around the idea of a “biker chick,” the truth is that women motorcyclists come […]
The Best Time for Women to Learn to Ride a Motorcycle 5 Tips
As a female motorcyclist, I am often asked at what age a woman should start learning to ride a motorcycle. The truth is, there is no one answer that fits all. Riding a motorbike is a personal decision that requires physical and mental strength, balance, and coordination. However, in my experience, there are a few […]