The video resonated with viewers by sharing a personal story of overcoming challenges with adaptive equipment, highlighting the kindness of others and the importance of inclusivity.
Summary
The creator explains their experience with limb difference and the need for adaptive gloves. They recount how their grandmother and a friend crocheted custom gloves for them, highlighting the importance of these accommodations for activities like skiing.
Structure
1Introduction to the question about special gloves
2Personal history of using makeshift solutions
3Grandmother's sewing and friend's crocheting of custom gloves
4The impact of custom gloves on daily activities like skiing
5The limitations of early solutions and the value of current accommodations
On-screen text
Reply to Paige's comment
My question is do you have special gloves or
Transcript
My question is do you have special gloves or
Yes, I have special gloves specifically made for my left hand.
Now, how so? My grandma, she knew how to sew, so she made me a glove a couple times in my lifetime. And when I didn't have that glove or my hands just outgrew it, I would use the sleeve of my jacket and velcro it. Yeah, it sucked. I know. Or I would try a mitten and kind of use it as protection.
Forward to adulthood, I had a colleague that knows how to crochet and her name's Reagan, she got really saddened and was like, this is unacceptable, you need a glove. And so she took my measurements, she took my measurements, and this is also when I was really not secure with my body yet. So like doing the measurements and the drawings was a little bit uncomfortable at the time. It was a really big deal when she crocheted a custom-made glove that fit both of my fingers and had the mobility right here and here to be able to move skiing and hold the poles and have full autonomy with my body yet to use the equipment. And that was awesome. Now, because the wool got wet or I fell and snow got into it and it got really cold and just itchy. It wasn't a long-term solution, but it worked for what it needed to at that time. My ex-girlfriend at the time reached out to all of these brands, North Face, Burton, local companies here to ask if they can make a custom glove for me. And also, my close friend at the time took it upon herself to crochet one. What a generous gift and accommodation and I felt so seen and loved. And so now I have those special tea gloves. I also have extra large mittens that I can just slip on for both hands and have full coverage if I lose one or just need to go on a quick walk or run and have wind and cold weather protection. So I hope that helps answer your question. Thank you for staying for the long drawn out explanation.
Original caption
Replying to @Paige Yes, I have special gloves made for my limb difference. 🎉😌 There have been seasons where I didn’t have adaptive equipment. I made do with a sleeve, a sock 🧦, and a lot of creativity or inner strength to weather the freezing cold winter months. Beyond the mountain, I’ve also lived many parts of my life both without and with custom gloves—learning to adapt, problem-solve, and appreciate every person who helped make daily life a little easier. From handmade gloves created by friends and family to the incredible support from @Burton Snowboards I carry endless gratitude. Every accommodation, no matter how big or small, has reminded me that inclusion can change someone’s entire experience. I hope to continue sharing this journey to raise awareness about adaptive accommodations and show that there is no one “right” way to move through the world. The body you’re given deserves to be seen, honored, celebrated, and supported. To everyone who has stood beside me and believed in creating spaces where differences belong, thank you. What a gift it is to be part of a community that sees adaptation not as limitation, but as possibility. 💛🏔️