September 10th, 2008 Out of everything I went through- my life changing moment happened 2 months after the accident when I finally got to go home for one night, after the 4 weeks in the hospital, one month in the nursing home, and the night before my 3 ½ weeks of rehab back at the … Continue reading Life Changing Moment
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I am scared to write…
It's weird...I have been doing EVERYTHING I can do to avoid writing in my blog...it's crazy. I put soooooo much pressure on myself to get everything I have in my mind into a writing that makes a difference...that people would want to read...because I want to make a difference. I feel incredibly passionate about making … Continue reading I am scared to write…
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Life/Dating Update :P
It has really been far too long since I wrote a new blog post. So much has happened, so many thoughts in my mind and conversations I have had with myself as I work my way through this thing called life. And, of course, I always want to share them with you. Why? I don't … Continue reading Life/Dating Update 😛
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just keep pushing forward :P
When you had an amazing weekend but it's Monday and you gotta go back to reality. 
Today was rough... Today was a day I let fear overwhelm me. What am I doing? Can I handle it?? Am I really going to be okay? Can I really do this?? 😣 But the answer is yes, … Continue reading just keep pushing forward 😛
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A tiny glimpse as to how these little girls have changed my life
Be prepared for a million pictures and videos of these incredibly sweet little girls!! 🙂 🙂 These girls are a huge part of my world, my motivation and my inspiration. These girls have changed my life. They have given me a constant reminder of exactly why I am in the position that I am in. … Continue reading A tiny glimpse as to how these little girls have changed my life
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What I have learned since being in California…
I feel scared that I won't be successful. I feel like a failure a lot of the time these past four weeks since being laid off. I feel like I did not plan in the ways that I needed to plan to make sure I was ready for the real world after basketball ended. In … Continue reading What I have learned since being in California…
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Surfing
...kinda crazy...but once I got out there I really didn’t care about the sharks at all. ...the crazy part was that I actually thought it would be cool to see them out there. that part is crazy. But what was cool is that just being out there and going through the waves like that helped me … Continue reading Surfing
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Fear of Sharks :/
Guess who woke up at 5:30 to go surfing :p after staying up all night watching shark attack videos and reading shark attack statistics in California 🤗meeee 🤓 dang I am worried I might have a bigger fear of sharks than I thought 🙄 but at the same time...what’s meant to be will be 🙂 haha and I wanna face my fears always 🙂 annnd … Continue reading Fear of Sharks
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A night on the town woot woot haha
Soooo last night I went and watched the warriors game, by muhself, at a bar. ☺️ awww I’m growing up so fast :p i was out paddle boarding with my roommate and her friends earlier in the day when they brought up the game & that they might go watch it. I got super excited … Continue reading A night on the town woot woot haha
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Growing pains
I know this is a growing period for me. But I feel so alone. I have met a lot of people...but they are either coworkers or people who have a lot going on in their own lives. As I have said I felt before...it seems like everyone is married or has kids and no one … Continue reading Growing pains
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Life is the crazy one…not me.
You guys, my mind is seriously one of the hardest things to deal with. There are so many days where my mind just hurts me over and over again...all day long. All day long I put myself down by asking things like "what makes you think you you are anything?" "you really aren't that great." … Continue reading Life is the crazy one…not me.
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My Motivation
More motivation...for myself :p posting this video is going to motivate me to workout even harder...because I feel WEAK!!!! I honestly didn’t know how I was going to do when it came to climbing the rope today in Crossfit...a part of me honestly thought I would be able to just go up and down 2 … Continue reading My Motivation
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Feeling insecure at the California Yacht Club
Went with my roommates to the opening day of their yacht club today ❤️ I had a great time...I really did. But I also struggled with my own insecurities. As I mentioned before...it’s hard to always hold my head up when it comes to things like dating, and although I wasn’t at the yacht club for … Continue reading Feeling insecure at the California Yacht Club
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All of my crying videos ;)
Let’s talk about depression...completely raw and uncensored I want to talk about depression for two reasons...one, because it’s not always what it appears to be...and I LOVVVVE to remind people that as happy as I can be and as many things as I do all of the time...I still fight it every single day. And … Continue reading All of my crying videos 😉
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Sit-Skiing For the 2nd Time Since My Accident :)
SitSkiing today for the second time since my accident and the first time in 8 years!!! Snowboarding was by far my favorite thing to do for fun before my accident and I have missed it every winter since!! After my mom first found out about Sit-Skiing, she bought me a lesson for the first Christmas … Continue reading Sit-Skiing For the 2nd Time Since My Accident 🙂
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My Road Trip With Derek :)
I met Derek this past December when I went up to Canada for a Wheelchair Basketball Camp. Before I even really knew him, I could tell there was something special about him. Derek just stood out to me because he seemed so happy and chill and it was obvious that he just wanted to learn … Continue reading My Road Trip With Derek 🙂
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Good Stress
I am at the coffee shop working on my speech I am going to give to an Elementary School in my hometown tomorrow J And as I work on it I have had so many emotions going through my head (actually, while I prepare to work on it) 😛 This morning I … Continue reading Good Stress
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just some thoughts I had while driving
I remember when I used to think that “someday I will figure it all out and I will know how to just be happy.” I actually thought that it was something that I was doing wrong. I saw adults who seemed to have it all together. They seemed calm and in control and I admired … Continue reading just some thoughts I had while driving
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Parasports World talks to Megan Blunk (Part 1)
Parasports World talks to Megan Blunk (Part 1) November 9, 2017 | Parasports World Parasports World recently got the chance to catch up with Megan Blunk, who was part of USA’s gold medal winning Wheelchair Basketball team at the Rio Paralympics 2016. The 26-year-old Gig Harbor resident talked openly and honestly about her battle … Continue reading Parasports World talks to Megan Blunk (Part 1)
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September 2017-Struggling to Keep it together
Something to keep in mind...I have had depression for as long as I can remember...it has nothing to do with the fact that I am in a wheelchair. I think people too often assume that about me when the reality is that the wheelchair only made me stronger. This is what I want to share...just … Continue reading September 2017-Struggling to Keep it together
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Feeling in my feet after surgery
...The pain has not been bad at all lately 🙂 Someone asked me today how it can hurt if I can't feel my feet and so I figured I would explain it on here. I can feel pressure on my feet and my nerves can feel like they are on fire at times. I don't … Continue reading Feeling in my feet after surgery
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Maybe it’s the meds talking…
I am soooo bored! I don't know if it's the meds...but since I have had nothing to do all day but lay in bed and try and keep myself entertained I have thought a lot 😛 haha and I have just gotta say that I am so incredibly thankful for everything I have been able … Continue reading Maybe it’s the meds talking…
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Everything is a blessing in disguise (korny and mooshy…but that’s just me)
Everything is a blessing in disguise. Everything. I know that can be hard to hear for some, and you may want to not even begin to think that way. It may even make you angry to hear someone say that. But if you think about it...is that really how you want to live? If you … Continue reading Everything is a blessing in disguise (korny and mooshy…but that’s just me)
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So….I had a seizure…and in the morning I am having an ankle surgery
When I think about the fact that, last Thursday, I had a seizure...it blows my mind. It doesn't even seem real. I truly never thought that would happen to me...but no one ever does. Despite the fact that I feel perfectly fine and I don't really understand what all of it means, I still can't … Continue reading So….I had a seizure…and in the morning I am having an ankle surgery
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These past few weeks
These past few weeks have been so up and down. Everything in my life is up and down, there is no in-between. I have always been an all or nothing person...my counselor says that is a problem and that I really need to work on that lol. I just don't really know how to change … Continue reading These past few weeks
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I am a strict Sub :/
I have learned over the past week or so...that I am a strict substitute haha like no bs kind of sub. The first episode happened in high school Woodshop last Friday. This kid was being extremely disrespectful. He had his big headphones and hood on and was messing around on his phone and being … Continue reading I am a strict Sub
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I will never give up
I am never going to give up. No matter how weak I feel. No matter how sad...no matter anything. I will always fight. I will keep pushing forward and I will find that happiness that I am looking for. I will create that happiness. I only need the smallest speck of belief that it is … Continue reading I will never give up
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#GAME CHANGERS
I am officially the coach of my Niece's 3rd-5th grade PAA Basketball team 🙂 I am so excited!! Robbie Jamison....it is weird to now be where you were when I was ten! 🙂 I hope to be as good of a coach to these girls as you and your dad were to me! 🙂 ❤ … Continue reading #GAME CHANGERS
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I don’t even know what to name this…it is all over the place…
I have been having a lot of anxiety lately. And it sucks. I have been feeling really overwhelmed with myself and all of the things I want to do in my life. I feel like the things I want to do are so big (big to me) that if I really want to do them … Continue reading I don’t even know what to name this…it is all over the place…
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5 AM Soccer dream/nightmare
Friday, February 17, 2017 5AM It is 5 Am...and I have to get up in about an hour to get ready to go substitute teach a Kindergarten class. I went to sleep around 1 or 2 am because last night I decided to write a bit in my blog, and then, of course turned the … Continue reading 5 AM Soccer dream/nightmare
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Something I started writing a few months ago and never finished because there are too many things I want to say at once.
December, 2016 These past few months have been extremely hard for me. After the Paralympics...I have really struggled. I had just spent the last 7 years of my life working towards this one goal of making it to the Paralympics. And I reached it. And now it's over. For seven years that was my life. … Continue reading Something I started writing a few months ago and never finished because there are too many things I want to say at once.
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Ankle Surgery
I have not had any results from the botox in my toes but I did have another appointment today with a foot and ankle specialist at the UW Medicine in Seattle, and I have another appointment with the surgeon tomorrow. If all goes well, I should be having the surgery in the next couple … Continue reading Ankle Surgery
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Today was one of the best days
Today was one of the best days I have ever had. It was truly amazing and so full of love. Today showed me that I am exactly where I have always wanted to be...I am now doing EXACTLY what I believe in and I am doing it with everything Ive got! I have spent 8 years … Continue reading Today was one of the best days
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Substitute teaching at my Middle School
A few updates...because it has been a few days. 😉 I forgot to give a shout out to the best Middle School in the world, Harbor Ridge. (Yeah, I am a little biased) Last Tuesday, I was given the chance to substitute teach at the middle school that I went to. It was my first experience … Continue reading Substitute teaching at my Middle School
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Botox for muh toes 😉
Here is a picture that I took today of my B.E.A.yootiful feat 😍 I had the Botox injections done yesterday and they said that it should start working in the next 3-5 days. I really hope it works because I can't help but be excited about it 🙃😬🙏 So...we shall see. We chose to try … Continue reading Botox for muh toes 😉
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Botox Injections to relax the muscle Spasticity in my Toes
UW Medicine/Dr. Crane Provider Locations Rehabilitation Medicine Clinic at Harborview 410 9th Ave., 4th Floor Seattle, WA 98104 Phone: 206.520.5000 Bio Dr. Crane is a rehabilitation medicine and spinal cord injury medicine physician. Her clinical expertise is in acute and chronic management of persons with spinal cord injury. She also has a focus in spasticity … Continue reading Botox Injections to relax the muscle Spasticity in my Toes
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1st time Subbing for 2nd Grade
Ohhhh boy, 2nd grade is a whole other world!!! haha the kids were awesome 🙂 But oh my gosh they will try to trick you like no other when you are the sub!! So... it started out with waking up at 4am because I was too excited/nervous/anxious to sleep (This was only my second class … Continue reading 1st time Subbing for 2nd Grade
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My Army Pre-Deployment Ball Speech
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Maughan Prosthetics and Orthotics
I know how overwhelming it can be to find a Orthotist that really, truly cares about you and what you need. For the first two years after my accident I had leg braces that would cause me to have huge sores all over my feet and make it so that I was in so much … Continue reading Maughan Prosthetics and Orthotics
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life is…
Today started out a little rough...still trying to figure out what I am going to do now that my roommate and I have been wrongfully kicked out of our apartment with only 15 days to figure it out and move...and waiting to hear back from the internship that I am really hoping I get. But … Continue reading life is…
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Paralympian robbed of years of memories
Paralympian robbed of years of memories By Emily Braun | ebraun@wcia.com Published 10/18 2016 10:22PM Updated 10/25 2016 06:27PM Update: 5:00 pm, 10/25/16, Tuesday URBANA -- A Paralympian turned a devastating incident into a call to action. 27-year old Megan Blunk was robbed of several valuable possessions. She's at least one of several victims whose … Continue reading Paralympian robbed of years of memories
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Burglary charges for three Urbana teens
Burglary charges for three Urbana teens Thu, 10/20/2016 - 10:40am | Mary Schenk Other Related Content Paralympian 'relieved and very thankful' after diary recovered URBANA — Three Urbana teens have been charged in juvenile court with a total of three residential burglaries in that city, but police believe they may have been involved in others … Continue reading Burglary charges for three Urbana teens
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Paralympian ‘relieved and very thankful’ after diary recovered
Paralympian 'relieved and very thankful' after diary recovered Wed, 10/19/2016 - 2:44pm | Jim Rossow Photo by: Provided The ring that Megan Blunk was presented as part of Team USA in wheelchair basketball at the Paralympics in Brazil For eight years, Megan Blunk has documented her recovery from a near-fatal motorcycle accident that left her … Continue reading Paralympian ‘relieved and very thankful’ after diary recovered
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After winning gold in Rio, Paralympian Blunk gets ‘a crazy good feeling’ in D.C.
The News Tribune After winning gold in Rio, Paralympian Blunk gets ‘a crazy good feeling’ in D.C. Megan Blunk, part of the USA wheelchair basketball team that won gold in the 2016 Paralympics, went to the White House on Thursday, calling it “a crazy good feeling” to shake hands and chat with President Barack Obama. … Continue reading After winning gold in Rio, Paralympian Blunk gets ‘a crazy good feeling’ in D.C.
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Paralympian Blunk returns to Gig Harbor with gold medal, prepares for visit to White House
The News Tribune Paralympian Blunk returns to Gig Harbor with gold medal, prepares for visit to White House BY JON MANLEY jmanley@gateline.com Megan Blunk, left, talks with Gig Harbor Mayor Jill Guernsey during a recognition for Blunk at the Gig Harbor City Council meeting at City Hall on Monday. Joshua Bessex jbessex@gateline.com Megan Blunk smiles … Continue reading Paralympian Blunk returns to Gig Harbor with gold medal, prepares for visit to White House
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Gig Harbor Paralympian visits White House
King 5 News Gig Harbor Paralympian visits White House Alex Rozier, King Gig Harbor’s Megan Blunk has officially returned from Rio after competing in the Paralympics in wheelchair women’s basketball. But not only did she compete in women’s basketball, Blunk was part of the gold medal-winning team. “It was awesome, we played at the top … Continue reading Gig Harbor Paralympian visits White House
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Illinois’ Megan Blunk helps USA women’s wheeelchair team defeat Algeria
The Daily Illini Illinois’ Megan Blunk helps USA women’s wheeelchair team defeat Algeria Austin Yattoni Illinois' Megan Blunk gets ready to take a shot during the game against Alabama at the Activities and Recreation Center on Feb. 12. The Illini won 56-47. Ryan Wilson, Staff writer September 13, 2016 Megan Blunk turned 27 Monday, and … Continue reading Illinois’ Megan Blunk helps USA women’s wheeelchair team defeat Algeria
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U.S. Women Finish Paralympics Pool Play Undefeated
U.S. Paralympics U.S. Women Finish Paralympics Pool Play Undefeated SEPT. 12, 2016, 4:02 P.M. (ET) RIO DE JANEIRO – The U.S. Women’s Wheelchair Basketball Team came out of the first half of the Paralympic Games Tournament with an unblemished record and the No. 1 seed following its defeat of Algeria, 65-15, in the Rio Olympic … Continue reading U.S. Women Finish Paralympics Pool Play Undefeated
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Gig Harbor Athlete Makes Paralympic Team
South Sound Magazine Gig Harbor Athlete Makes Paralympic Team By Karen Miller | September 1, 2016 A motorcycle accident eight years ago didn’t stop Gig Harbor’s Megan Blunk from following her Olympic dreams. Blunk, 26, is a member of the United States Women’s Wheelchair Basketball Team competing in the 2016 Paralympics in Rio. The team’s first game … Continue reading Gig Harbor Athlete Makes Paralympic Team
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Sunrise Medical- THEIR JOURNEY
MEGAN BLUNK WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL THEIR JOURNEY "My accident gave me a second chance at life, so I want everyone to know that you can fight it - and you can be happy. No matter what happens in life, don't ever let it hold you back." Born on the 12th September 1989 and raised in Gig … Continue reading Sunrise Medical- THEIR JOURNEY
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Harbor Ridge hosts send-off event for Paralympian Megan Blunk
The News Tribune: Harbor Ridge hosts send-off event for Paralympian Megan Blunk Joshua Bessex jbessex@gateline.com BY JOSHUA BESSEX jbessex@gateline.com The Harbor Ridge Middle School gym was filled with sounds of laughter, clanking and dribbling on Friday night as community members tried their hand at wheelchair basketball — many for the first time. Paralympian … Continue reading Harbor Ridge hosts send-off event for Paralympian Megan Blunk
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Metro Parks athlete to compete in Rio
The Daily Index: Metro Parks athlete to compete in Rio Posted on August 31, 2016 by davidguest By Metro Parks Tacoma Megan Blunk didn’t see much of a future for herself after she broke her back in a motorcycle accident eight years ago. At Gig Harbor’s Peninsula High School, she’d been a five-sport player, but … Continue reading Metro Parks athlete to compete in Rio
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Long Road to Rio for Illinois Wheelchair Basketball Players
Medill Olympic Media Project: Long Road to Rio for Illinois Wheelchair Basketball Players August 18, 2016 By: Maddie Lee University of Illinois wheelchair basketball player Megan Blunk dribbled to her right, then crossed over to her left. Three defenders blocked her way, the wheels of their chairs practically touching. She pivoted and slung the ball … Continue reading Long Road to Rio for Illinois Wheelchair Basketball Players
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My First Blog Post on Here
July 25th, 2016 I have depression…I will probably always have depression. But I am also a very positive, outgoing and happy person. Sometimes I feel like a prisoner in my own body…I find myself thinking about how unfair it is that I have to suffer in so much pain…when the depression hits me…I feel like … Continue reading My First Blog Post on Here
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Gig Harbor resident Blunk makes Team USA wheelchair basketball Paralympic squad
The News Tribune: Gig Harbor resident Blunk makes Team USA wheelchair basketball Paralympic squad Megan Blunk became paralyzed from the waist down after a motorcycle crash in 2008 She has battled depression her whole life Making the USA team has driven her over the past seven years Megan Blunk will be playing for the U.S. … Continue reading Gig Harbor resident Blunk makes Team USA wheelchair basketball Paralympic squad
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True Heroes
Kelly's Corner Radio Talk Show Join us Every Friday at 3pm Love 860 AM WAEC or Via Iheart Radio or tunein As we share stories of TRIALS and TRIUMPH. True Heroes On July 3rd 2016 I had a chance to meet with some awesome and powerful young Ladies at The Capitol Fourth PBS 2016 Celebration. From the … Continue reading True Heroes
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The National Wheelchair Basketball Association announces the 2016 U.S. Paralympic Women’s Wheelchair Basketball Team roster
Sports'N Spokes Magazine: The National Wheelchair Basketball Association announces the 2016 U.S. Paralympic Women's Wheelchair Basketball Team roster Women’s Wheelchair Basketball Team. The Team USA roster features eight U.S. Paralympians, five with World Championships experience, and returns 10 of the 12 from the gold-medal winning 2015 Parapan Am Games. This team will feature five-time U.S. … Continue reading The National Wheelchair Basketball Association announces the 2016 U.S. Paralympic Women’s Wheelchair Basketball Team roster
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NWBA Athlete of the Week – Megan Blunk
National Wheelchair Basketball Association: NWBA Athlete of the Week - Megan Blunk 02/10/2016, 9:45am CST By NWBA Weekly Installment featuring men's and women's Team USA players Megan is one of three athletes on the U.S. Women’s wheelchair basketball team coming out of the January Selection Camp vying for a chance to make it to Rio … Continue reading NWBA Athlete of the Week – Megan Blunk
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Two UI players qualify for Paralympics
January 17, 2016 The Daily Illini: By Ryan Wilson Staff writer Two Illinois women’s wheelchair basketball players have qualified for their first Paralympics. Megan Blunk and Gail Gaeng will compete on the U.S. team at the 2016 Rio Paralympics on Sept. 7-18. ss They will join an 11-player team, 10 of which were members of … Continue reading Two UI players qualify for Paralympics
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The many blessings of my new chair
November 20th, 2015 We beat Alabama this morning, 50-44 🙂 ...and lost our second game, 69-44 to the Lady Milwaukee Bucks team. I didn't exactly play all that well...but tomorrow is a new day. We have two more games and I have two more opportunities to play better. But playing bad was all mental...because my … Continue reading The many blessings of my new chair
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Megan Blunk balances life as a two-sport athlete looking towards Rio
U.S. Paralympics: Megan Blunk balances life as a two-sport athlete looking towards Rio BY JOHN BLANCHETTE | FEB. 26, 2015, 3:35 P.M. (ET) There was a moment last summer, off the water and during a rare break from her Paracanoe training, when it hit Megan Blunk. “I realized that you can’t really have a life … Continue reading Megan Blunk balances life as a two-sport athlete looking towards Rio
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Just reminding myself why
February 22, 2015 I got back from the training camp yesterday...it went okay. I let things get in my head...like the fear that I may not make the final cut...and I did not play all that well. It caused me to feel pretty down on myself and have to find a way to get out … Continue reading Just reminding myself why
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The Division of Disability Resources & Educational Services
Megan Blunk Classification: 3.0 Hometown: Gig Harbor, Washington Year in school: Senior Major: Psychology Number: 24 On my ipod: Reggae, Hip-hop, Country, Rock Career plans/goals: Finish Bachelor's Degree in Psychology Competition highlights: In my past I have played soccer, fast pitch, track, volleyball, and basketball. I was injured 3 years ago in a motorcycle accident … Continue reading The Division of Disability Resources & Educational Services
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…I just wanted to be a little more honest and share a little more about my life…
August 26, 2014 I am just making this short and sweet For as long as I can remember I have had pretty bad depression...that only seemed to get worse as more things continued to hurt me in my life I always struggled to believe in myself and thus had a hard time playing the sports … Continue reading …I just wanted to be a little more honest and share a little more about my life…
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Getting Stronger
Getting Stronger August 17, 2014 at 5:34am Sooo lately it has been kind of hard for me...I have been getting kind of down about the whole wheelchair thing. I know I shouldn’t...but it is just real life that I do. That doesn’t mean that I would take this accident back for anything, because I truly … Continue reading Getting Stronger
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Understanding their misunderstandings ;)
June 29th, 2014 Soooo as my teammate and I were rushing off the plane and pushing our basketball chairs as fast as we could trying to catch an earlier bus back to campus this older guy stops walking, and after staring at me for a bit with this Debbie-downer kind of look on his face, … Continue reading Understanding their misunderstandings 😉
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The only person you have in this world is yourself
May 25th, 2014 The only person that you have in this world is yourself. You have to be able to pick yourself up off the ground even when you feel like there is no way you could ever lift yourself up. You just have to hold your head up...remind yourself who you are...who you want … Continue reading The only person you have in this world is yourself
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Just a Random Writing
January 1, 2014 I’m staying at Chelsea’s on her couch tonight….I have decided to start writing…I am just going to write…even if it doesn’t make any sense or even if it is meaningless. I am just going to write to help myself continue to work through my problems. I was told that writing can be … Continue reading Just a Random Writing
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Sincere People <3
Sincere People ❤ January 14, 2014 at 8:54pm I just received an email from one of my Dad's clients and good friend whom has been there from me from the very beginning...I didn't know him when I was in my accident, but he was right by my side and has been there ever since. I … Continue reading Sincere People ❤
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One of my favorite memories
December 30th, 2013 The Christmas Party with Kirsten. Today we had our annual Christmas party for kids with disabilities and their families…we each got to choose a kid to buy a present for and I chose to buy one for a girl named Kirsten. I chose her because on her wish list it said that … Continue reading One of my favorite memories
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University of Illinois Bio
NO. 24MEGAN BLUNK Megan Blunk, a senior at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, began her wheelchair basketball career four years ago. Blunk went to Peninsula High School in Gig Harbor, Washington and chose to study Psychology at Illinois in hopes of becoming a counselor for those who have been injured or are living with depression. … Continue reading University of Illinois Bio
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PHS grad is making some waves in paracanoe racing
Thursday, 26 September 2013 PHS grad is making some waves in paracanoe racing Featured http://keypennews.com/2014/index.php/rss-feed/item/194-phs-grad-is-making-some-waves-in-paracanoe-racing Written by Irene Torres Megan Blunk, of Lakebay, plies the waters during USACK Nationals in Oklahoma City in August. The former Peninsula High School student recently won two silver medals at Paracanoe World Championships in Dusiburg, Germany.Photo courtesy Megan Blunk … Continue reading PHS grad is making some waves in paracanoe racing
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Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce Snapshot 2013
Weekly Snapshot September 3, 2013 In This Issue Spotlight: Gig Harbor Canoe & Kayak Race Team A Message From The President Public Affairs Forum On The Blog Become an Ambassador Upcoming Chamber Events Welcome New Members Member Events & Announcements Contact Us Quick Links Chamber Calendar Sponsorship Opportunities Member-To-Member Discounts Thank You to our 2013 CORPORATE PARTNERS … Continue reading Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce Snapshot 2013
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On Day 1 of the ParaCanoe World Championships, Megan Blank won two silver medals.
U.S. Paralympics: BY NICHOLAS OLIVIER | AUG 28, 2013, 10:00 PM ET On Day 1 of the ParaCanoe World Championships, Megan Blank won two silver medals. Megan Blunk (Lakebay, Wash.) has the mark of any elite athlete – always striving for better. After winning two silver medals on Day 1 of her first ParaCanoe World Championships in Duisburg, Germany, … Continue reading On Day 1 of the ParaCanoe World Championships, Megan Blank won two silver medals.
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My First Tattoo
May 17, 2013 My first Tattoo When I was in the nursing home after my accident, I had lost thirty pounds and felt like I was covered in scars and all around ruined as a person. I used to look down at my scar on my arm and tell myself that one day this is going … Continue reading My First Tattoo
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Former KP resident makes Olympic women’s hoop squad
May 1, 2013 Former Key Peninsula resident and Peninsula High School graduate Megan Blunk, left, is caught maneuvering during a recent college basketball game. Blunk, 23, recently made the Women’s USA National Wheelchair Basketball team.Courtesy photo All through middle school and high school, Megan Blunk excelled in sports. She ran track and played basketball in … Continue reading Former KP resident makes Olympic women’s hoop squad
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2013 USA Wheelchair Basketball development team tryout invitation
March 5, 2013 Dear Megan, Congratulations! I am pleased to inform you that your application to try out for the 2013 USA Women’s National Team has been accepted! This letter serves as your official invitation to join us at the Lakeshore Foundation in Homewood, Alabama April 3-7, 2013. Just a few things to keep … Continue reading 2013 USA Wheelchair Basketball development team tryout invitation
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Crossfit Gig Harbor”She battles and defeats intense adversity in her life everyday”.
MEGAN BLUNK - UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS Megan Blunk is a Warrior. She battles and defeats intense adversity in her life everyday. She is a humble athlete who was born with a tenacious will that she cultivates into victory in both sport and in life. Megan is now a sophmore and plays point-guard for the University of … Continue reading Crossfit Gig Harbor”She battles and defeats intense adversity in her life everyday”.
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My wheelchair is not what is holding me back
October 9th, 2012 Sometimes I get really confused. I think that maybe I am not doing enough. I wonder where I am going to be in the next five years. Am I holding back? I don't really go out that much. I don't talk on the phone that much. I don't really know what I … Continue reading My wheelchair is not what is holding me back
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Paracanoeing Improves Stability, Balance in Wounded Athletes
WIRED Magazine: Paracanoeing Improves Stability, Balance in Wounded Athletes MEGAN BLUNK HITS the water of Gig Harbor, Washington, for a little training with Josh Wold. Canoeing has brought her the same joy she felt running and playing soccer. Photo: Matt Mills McKnight/Wired Alan Anderson is the sprint canoe and paracanoe coach at the Gig … Continue reading Paracanoeing Improves Stability, Balance in Wounded Athletes
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Then and Now
Then and Now July 16, 2012 at 12:13am I wrote this four years ago and wanted to share it but was scared of what others would think. I didn't want/need others to get the wrong idea and to be worried about me. I always tried my best to appear strong and together but at the … Continue reading Then and Now
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Really opening up…and showing my dorky/young/confused self
May 12th, 2012 Plane ride home for the summer So many things have changed in the last year of my life…not to mention the last three years. Things are getting so much better. But I can’t stop. And the struggles will never end. But the challenge is good. I just need to never stop striving … Continue reading Really opening up…and showing my dorky/young/confused self
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No idea what I am saying…
Monday, February 27th, 2012 3:28pm WOW life is weird. I think that things are really starting to come together. I am feeling more alive everyday. The wheelchair almost seems irrelevant to me… I have began to finally question why I am so hard on myself all of the time. It really is a little … Continue reading No idea what I am saying…
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Relapse
February 12, 2012 Sunday I thought I was okay. I thought I was going to be able to just be me again. I started the antidepressants over a month ago…and I just upped the dose last Monday. I thought I was seeing things more clearly. But I just lost it again… …I just … Continue reading Relapse
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Taking Anti-Depressants
January 1, 2012 5:50pm I am on my flight back to school in Illinois after winter break. I am going to try writing to hopefully help me in any way it can. I can’t help but feel completely scared out of my mind. I have no idea what I am doing and I have no … Continue reading Taking Anti-Depressants
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Gig Harbor Woman Determined to Walk Again After Belfair Crash
Kitsap Sun: Gig Harbor Woman Determined to Walk Again After Belfair Crash Blunk works out with her trainer, David Herron. Megan Blunk is putting her life back together after a 2008 motorcycle accident. By Charlee Glock-Jackson (Gig Harbor Life),Scott Turner Megan Blunk is a fighter. In July of 2008 she was involved in a serious … Continue reading Gig Harbor Woman Determined to Walk Again After Belfair Crash
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Climbing Mountains yo
July 10, 2010 If I could somehow remove myself from my body...I would then be set free. I mean, if I could somehow ignore the hardship and block out the pain...just ignore it. And think about the amazingness of it all...and appreciate myself and my successes. More so...if I could just believe in myself. It … Continue reading Climbing Mountains yo
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Gig Harbor Woman Determined to Walk Again After Belfair Crash
Megan Blunk is putting her life back together after a 2008 motorcycle accident. By Charlee Glock-Jackson (Gig Harbor Life),Scott Turner January 5, 2010 Megan Blunk is a fighter. In July of 2008 she was involved in a serious motorcycle crash that nearly took her life and left her partially paralyzed. Now, she's fighting for normalcy … Continue reading Gig Harbor Woman Determined to Walk Again After Belfair Crash
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Sadness
June 15, 2009 I want everything…and nothing at the same time. I have never felt as alone as I do right now…and I did yesterday…and the day before… It’s almost as if I am unable to care about anything anymore. I am the same in every way, every moment. Monotonously getting by. I go … Continue reading Sadness
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Some things I went through.
May 3, 2009 Current mood: blessed On July 20th of last summer, I was in a forever life changing motorcycle accident. In the accident I broke four ribs, collapsed my right lung, had a stick go through my knee and a stick go through my ankle, shredded the skin off my right shin, broke my … Continue reading Some things I went through.
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Home Teen Recovering after Accident
Key Peninsula News: Home Teen Recovering after Accident Despite her condition, Megan has maintained good spirits. Photo by Karina Whitmarsh By Jeanette Brown Special to the Key Peninsula News Family and friends of Megan Blunk have been busy planning the “Megan’s Day” fundraiser that will take place on Sept. 14 to help raise money to … Continue reading Home Teen Recovering after Accident
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PHS grad remains positive after accident
August 13, 2008 The Peninsula Gateway: PHS grad remains positive after accident Rummage sale to benefit victim of motorcycle crash Ashley Coats-of the Gateway In the face of a life-altering motorcycle accident, Megan Blunk looks through the pain and frustration to remain positive. “This is what it is. I’m not going to waste my time … Continue reading PHS grad remains positive after accident
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Peninsula High School Grad On the Mend
August 8, 2008 http://www.kitsapsun.com/news/local/peninsula-high-school-grad-on-the-mend-ep-421805405-358523441.html Local teen and dad get support comfort from GH community. By Scott Turner Friends of the Blunk are hosting a fundraiser to help with the medical costs for Megan Blunk 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 14 at the Inn of Gig Harbor, 3211 56th Street NW. There will be a … Continue reading Peninsula High School Grad On the Mend
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