You know we are big on Surfer's Healing, right? Man, what an awesome organization. Surfers Healing was founded by Israel and Danielle Paskowitz. Their son, Isaiah, was diagnosed with autism at age three. Like many autistic children, he often suffered from sensory overload-- simple sensations could overwhelm him. The ocean was the one place where he seemed to find respite.
A former competitive surfer, Israel hit upon an idea--with Isaiah on the front of his surfboard, and Izzy steering from the back, the two spent the day surfing together. Surfing had a profound impact on Isaiah. Israel and Danielle decided they wanted to share this unique therapy with other autistic children. They...
Justin Barfield, or JBARF, can tear up pretty much any skate challenge. When he walks into a room the ladies swoon and the men just hang their heads wishing they could be as cool as him. When Justin needs new threads he knows where to find them. He...