Welcome

I am so glad you are here. My name is Annabelle, and I am a lover of life’s finer pleasures, a world traveler, and a proud thriver.

In 2007, my life took an unexpected turn when a rare illness called Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) left me registered blind and paralysed from the T5 level down. Today, I am a full-time wheelchair user—but that has never stopped me from pursuing a life filled with joy, beauty, and discovery.

This blog is an open invitation to share in that joy. Please, wheel with me as I share my story with you.

My Three Daily Pillars

To stay vibrant, grounded, and ready to soak in the next stunning view, I anchor my life to three simple daily pillars:

  • 🧠 Mood: Cultivating a peaceful, resilient mindset. I use energy arts such as Qigong and meditation to ground my mind, clear stagnant energy, and build mental clarity.
  • 🥗 Food: Nourishing my body with good, wholesome food. Whether I am cooking a fresh meal for myself at home or finding a beautiful place to eat out, I focus on delicious fuel that makes my body feel strong and vibrant.
  • ♿ Move: Staying active and adaptive. For me, movement is about celebrating what my body can do, maintaining mobility, and keeping my energy flowing gracefully.

Savoring the World: Views & Flavours

For me, travel isn’t about thrilling adrenaline rushes—it is about slowing down to enjoy the beautiful things in life. I love to travel the world in search of great food, good wine, and breathtaking scenery.

There is nothing quite like the feeling of sipping on a good glass of wine while looking at a beautiful view, whether I am relaxing at a stunning viewpoint close to home or discovering a wonderful restaurant overseas. I truly believe life is meant to be savored.

What You Will Find Here

  • 🧘‍♀️ Healthy Habits: Gentle, daily practices using energy arts and meditation to balance your min, body and spirit.
  • 🥑 Nourishing Food: Recipe inspiration for home cooking and guides to finding beautiful, accessible places to dine.
  • 🗺️ Accessible Travel & Beautiful Places: Honest reviews of wheelchair-friendly destinations focused on scenic views, culture, and great hospitality.
  • ✨ Radical Resilience: A look into my personal story of turning a life-altering diagnosis into a life full of everyday beauty.

Whether you are here to build your own healthy habits, find travel inspiration, or simply share a love for the good things in life, you have a place at my table.

Let’s explore this beautiful world together!

Annabelle 💕