About a week ago we had our first workshop in El Paso, TX. It has been a long journey for all of us to get to the point of having a cohort in the Southwest, and it went so well. Clearly, it was worth all the hard work!We were able to house the workshops at Highlands Regional Rehabilitation Hospital. Ron was the gentleman who was kind enough to be our contact at the wonderful hospital. The first Friday of each month they host a spinal injury support group, and several of our participants came from this group. It is a lovely place and we appreciate their kindness so much.
Over the three day workshop participants learned about animation through the Alice animation program. At the conclusion of the workshop, we were able to show participants and their families some of their animation. Seeing the creativity of each participant was so fun, and pretty impressive.
One of our favorite parts of each workshop is getting to know participants more. Every time we get the chance to hear your stories, we are more and more humbled to get to teach and share with each of you. From participants who were only injured a few months ago and are now working towards new dreams, to the individuals who have spent most of their lives in a wheelchair but still have astounding hope.You are amazing, and teach us more than we could ever dream to teach you. Thank you for this opportunity.
