Episode 34 - Special Valentine's Episode | Rolling in Love with Alycia & Marty

Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast

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Happy Valentine’s Day!

Join the playful side of love this Valentine’s week on “Pushing Forward with Alycia,” as Alycia Anderson and her husband, Marty, share the rollercoaster ride of their romance. With a spark that ignited in their youth and a lifetime filled with mischievous camp memories, their love story is anything but ordinary.

Highlights:

💌 Marty recounts the pivotal moments that drew them closer, from letters exchanged during times of separation to heartfelt proposals.

💖 Alycia and Marty reflect on the challenges they’ve faced, from health scares to personal growth, and how these trials have fortified their bond.

💑 They candidly explore the dynamics of intimacy and companionship within their marriage, challenging societal perceptions of disability and relationships.

📝 A recitation of Lily Grossman’s poem “We Are Not Like Other Couples,” resonating with their shared experiences and the universal language of love

Enjoy this special Valentine’s episode sprinkled with sweet stories of ponytail-pulling, wheelchair races, and the innocent antics that marked the dawn of Alycia and Marty’s affection and love for each other.