I WOKE UP AND REALIZED MY WHEELCHAIR WAS GONE — AND WHAT I FOUND AFTER MAKING MY WAY TO THE GARAGE LEFT ME COMPLETELY SPEECHLESS.

a powered-assist model,” Terry explained. “You can control speed, direction, even elevation. It’ll help you stand partway if you need to transfer.”

I looked at my husband in shock.

“You really did all this… without telling me?”

He nodded.

I let out a slow breath, tears running down my face.

***

Terry helped me into the new chair. It took a few tries to get comfortable. Everything felt unfamiliar — the balance, the responsiveness, even the height.

I looked at my husband in shock.

“Try moving forward,” Terry urged.

I pressed lightly