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Ms. Wheelchair Arizona 2008 - Gina N. Schuh

By admin ⋅ June 14, 2008
Ms. Wheelchair Arizona 2008 - Gina N. Schuh

Ms. Wheelchair Arizona
2008 Gina N. Schuh

ASSERTIVE…
     HAPPY…
          DETERMINED…
               OUTGOING…
                    GREGARIOUS…

  • Lives in Mesa, Arizona with her mother and sister
  • Works with Mesa Partnership for children with special healthcare needs
  • Attends Mesa Community College; working toward Law School
  • Quadriplegic as the result of a diving accident
  • Enjoys school, working with disability organizations, spending time with family and her fiance, and SHOPPING!
  • Self Perception: Assertive, Happy, Determined, Outgoing, Gregarious

Day 1 - Gina Arrives in Rockville

Day 2 - Funday!

Day 4 - Resume Judging and State Displays

Arizona

Day 5 - Platform Speeches

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56 comments for “Ms. Wheelchair Arizona 2008 - Gina N. Schuh”

  1. Gina! You’re gonna ROCK Rockville!

    Posted by Crystal | June 21, 2008, 9:53 pm

  2. G-Generous
    I-Intelligent
    N-Nice
    A-Awesome

    Posted by Steve-o | June 21, 2008, 9:56 pm

  3. Hi, Gina. Today Chrissy and I saw your dad at Costco in Merced. He proudly announced that you are competing in Miss Wheelchair America. We are rooting for you. We think you have it made hands down. No family bias, Ha Ha. Keep us posted on how you do. By the way, it is a beautiful picture of you. May the Lord continue to bless you and keep you. Love Sandi and Chrissy

    Posted by Sandra Upton | June 21, 2008, 10:31 pm

  4. Leo is cheering for you! Go Gina Go!

    Posted by Leo | June 22, 2008, 3:53 am

  5. Good Luck!! You own the competition!! Have lots of fun! I’ll be thinking about you. Wooo Whoo!!!! You rock!!!

    Posted by Amanda Schram | June 22, 2008, 4:28 pm

  6. Best of luck! You are the most talented young lady that I have had the honor of teaching! You can do it!!!

    Posted by Marsa Johnson | June 22, 2008, 6:56 pm

  7. Hey Gina! Your going to give the other girls some SERIOUS competition!!!! Good Luck :) Love ya Tina

    Posted by Tina Slenders | June 22, 2008, 9:57 pm

  8. Hey Leah and I came by to show you some love!! Good Luck!

    Posted by Jo-Ann Moran | June 23, 2008, 12:49 pm

  9. Wanted to say congratulations for being Ms Wheelchair Arizona. Look forward to seeing all of the wonderful ladies in Rockville! Even though we might be competing for the same title, it is not about the title but what we can do to promote our cause to all of the Nation! Good luck!

    Posted by Elizabeth Reeve | June 23, 2008, 1:13 pm

  10. Gina…the chair doesn’t inhibit you one bit..you little beach bum..best of luck to you in Rockville,,,I’ll be rooting for you..hugs..hooley

    Posted by Judy Ann Lang | June 23, 2008, 5:12 pm

  11. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord bless and Keep you. “Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD, your God will be with you wherever you go.”
    Joshua 1:9 Love you, Susan Hey

    Posted by Susan Hey | June 23, 2008, 6:14 pm

  12. Go, Go Gina, Go Go Go Gina

    I really want to be there with you when you are crowned :( sad…..But I know you are going to kick butt! Best fiance ever!

    Posted by Lewis | June 23, 2008, 7:08 pm

  13. Congratulations Gina on making this far. You’re gonna knock their socks off!!! Best of luck

    Posted by Jessica Pinasco | June 24, 2008, 1:19 pm

  14. I wish you the best of luck!

    Posted by Amanda McBay | June 26, 2008, 1:56 am

  15. Gina
    WOW!!!! Im so excited for you. you are the perfect lady for this. I know you will go all the way and Be Ms. wheelchair America! you have my vote. Lisa

    Posted by Lisa Cummings | June 26, 2008, 3:06 pm

  16. Gina,

    Awesome! I am proud and happy for you. And to think I was there when your Mom fell in the pool during your therapy.

    Strong Mind, Strong Body, Strong Spirit.

    God Bless,

    Dan

    Posted by dan bonaroti | June 27, 2008, 10:59 pm

  17. Gina,
    You don’t need any luck because you already own the title. Don’t forget us little people.

    Posted by Lisa Ruffcorn | June 27, 2008, 11:01 pm

  18. I love it! You’re so pretty and talented.

    Posted by Kara | June 28, 2008, 1:00 am

  19. You Rock!

    Posted by Mike Benge | June 30, 2008, 6:28 pm

  20. You Rock! I am so proud of you and happy I know you! Congrats on Ms. Arizona Wheelchair! I will be cheering you on for Ms Wheelchair America! You are a true shining star!!! Keep smilin!

    Posted by Jill | July 1, 2008, 1:19 pm

  21. G - I watched you at Ms. Wheelchair AZ. You have Ms. Wheelchair America in your pocket! You are the MOST . . .

    Posted by Wanda | July 1, 2008, 1:44 pm

  22. I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you in advance to the great state of Maryland. I look forward to meeting you. I know that we will all have a great time during the week of Nationals. Good luck and most importantly have fun!!!

    Ms. Wheelchair MD

    Posted by Denise Thomas | July 2, 2008, 6:53 pm

  23. Gina,
    Congratulations on the honor of being Ms. Wheelchair Arizona 2008! I hope your journey has been as much of a blessing as mine has been! I wish you the best of luck in the Ms. Wheelchair America competition and I am looking forward to meeting you!

    God Bless
    Brandee Ponder
    Ms. Wheelchair North Carolina 2008

    Posted by Brandee Ponder | July 5, 2008, 1:40 pm

  24. Hi Gina, I’m Rose, Wheelchair Virginia. I like determination! It gets us a long way! Are you geared up for week of fun as we complete? I look forward to meeting you. Have a safe and enjoyable rip.

    Posted by Rose Williams | July 5, 2008, 3:45 pm

  25. My name is Angie Wilkerson: I was Ms. Wheelchair Virginia 2005-2006, second runner-up at Ms. Wheelchair America 2006 and also was awarded the People’s Choice Award. To all contestants, congratulations! As you get ready for MWA I know you are probably very excited and nervous at the same time. I wanted to share these pieces of wisdom based on my experiences and advice I received. You will be glad if you do all of your preparation before going to MWA (prepare & practice speeches, etc.), once you arrive pace yourself- don’t wear yourself out- get your rest and eat well- take care of yourself, enjoy every moment of the experience, take lots of pictures, try to meet and spend time with each contestant- you will be so inspired and enriched by doing so, you are all amazing and special…don’t compare yourself to anyone else- just be the best you that you can be, think of your fellow contestants not as competition but rather as members of a team with the same mission as you. May you all support, encourage, educate, and inspire one another. Have the time of your life and congratulations again to each of you on your achievements.
    God bless,
    Angie Wilkerson
    MWVA 2005-2006

    Posted by Angie Wilkerson MWVA 2005-2006 | July 7, 2008, 12:05 pm

  26. Gina, Congrats on Ms. Wheelchair AZ! You are a true inspiration to women everywhere, especially me! You go girl! Rock there socks off! I will be looking forward to hearing all about your adventures in Rockville. Blessings, Dena

    Posted by Dena Redmon | July 8, 2008, 2:24 am

  27. Congrats on winning Ms. WC AZ! I moved to AZ 2 years ago today. Just wanted to wish you the best of luck!

    Posted by Elysse | July 9, 2008, 3:35 pm

  28. Hi Gina!
    I’m Ashlee Allington Ms. Wheelchair Utah! I just wanted to say good luck! This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for all of us, and I look forward to meeting you!

    Ashlee

    Posted by Ashlee Allington | July 10, 2008, 5:51 pm

  29. You’ll win no problem!! Good luck.. :)

    Posted by Ashli P | July 10, 2008, 6:34 pm

  30. Gina, Got your picture and notice of your competition from Grma Dot (my Aunt). Good Luck…Nancy

    Posted by Nancy Bell | July 10, 2008, 6:36 pm

  31. Your Grandma Schuh sent your ad today! I’m voting and voting and voting. Gorgeous photos - you remind me of my mom - Aunt Betty. You ROCK, girl! Go Go - all the way. We are rooting for you!
    Beth (Dollens) Power

    Posted by Beth | July 10, 2008, 7:09 pm

  32. Hey Gina,

    Beautiful picture. I know you have all the other girls shaking in their shoes! Keep that beautiful smile and shining eyes that say so much!! Have a great time in Maryland. Enjoy every minute of the lime light.

    Love, Priscilla

    Posted by Priscilla Davis | July 11, 2008, 2:51 am

  33. Gina, you are an inspiration to me!

    Posted by Diane Mercado, Chowchilla | July 12, 2008, 8:12 pm

  34. Wishing you good luck and lets have fun enjoyng every min.

    Posted by Jonna Bloodworth Ms. Whheelchair AR 2008 | July 16, 2008, 11:35 am

  35. Gina, you know you have my vote. I wish you the best.

    Posted by dave duncan | July 16, 2008, 11:21 pm

  36. Gina,
    Congratulations on winning Ms. WC AZ 2008. Wishing you the best as you compete for Ms WC America.

    Posted by Joan Duncan, Chowchilla | July 16, 2008, 11:32 pm

  37. Gina - Congratulations on your title of Ms Wheelchair Arizona. You have a very busy and exciting week ahead of you in Rockville Maryland. Embrace every moment of this once in a lifetime opportunity and open yourself up to learning from all of the amazing women around you. Best of luck! I look forward to meeting you next week.
    Autumn Grant
    Ms Wheelchair America 2007
    Ms Wheelchair Massachusetts 2006
    Ms Wheelchair Massachusetts State Coordinator

    Posted by Autumn Grant- Ms Wheelchair America 2007 | July 18, 2008, 2:05 pm

  38. gina!!! i was thinking about you the other day and figured i should try looking you up on the interet… i am so proud of you! it looks like you are doing great! you have always been gorgeous but- WOW you look amazing! we really need to catch up- i have a baby girl named Madeline Jes (9 mo.) and a step son jackson(3). i would really love to talk to you one of these days if you could fit me in your busy schedule:) love, laura

    Posted by Laura Kohrs | July 18, 2008, 2:39 pm

  39. Looking forward to meeting all you young ladies on Monday at the hotel. Have a good trip to Maryland

    Deborah Barnes
    Ms Wheelchair DC

    Posted by Deborah Barnes | July 18, 2008, 9:38 pm

  40. Gina,

    I wish you a wonderful week at Nationals, full of memories and meaning, with much to be happy about… Know this - you are all already winners, so just let your natural beauty shine through!

    xoxo
    Kristen McCosh, MWA 2008

    Posted by Kristen McCosh, MWA 2008 | July 19, 2008, 9:53 pm

  41. Oh my sexy and beautiful Gina Bean. No matter what happens out there… you are such a starlet in my book and I admire your shiny chrome wheels. Looking forward to seeing your sparkly crown when we meet up in Nevada!

    Posted by Mandy Burks | July 20, 2008, 3:22 am

  42. Hey Gina! Sean and I just wanted to stop by and wish you good luck! You have everything you need to win, no doubt in that!

    Posted by Collean | July 20, 2008, 1:57 pm

  43. Hello Gina,

    In five hundred twenty five thousand six hundred minutes. How do you measure, a year in the life?
    This exact question from one of my favorite songs from the musical RENT began running through my head from the moment I recieved the title of Ms. Wheelchair Tennessee. How would I measure this year? And now I know I am measuring it in every lesson taught and learned and every friendship made.

    I am looking forward to a great week here at Nationals. Thank you for being a part of how I will measure this year.

    Kasondra, Ms. Wheelchair Tennessee 2008

    Posted by Kasondra Marlene Farmer | July 20, 2008, 8:57 pm

  44. I know your gonna kick butt! good luck GINA!!!

    Posted by sabrina barragan | July 21, 2008, 1:16 pm

  45. Gina,

    We’ve been thinking about you and sending positive energy your way. Hope the competition is going well!!

    Heather & Dave

    Posted by Heather | July 22, 2008, 7:35 am

  46. Your biggest fan has been asking for you all week! I think he knows that something wonderful is happening! We are so proud of you and can’t wait to hear all about your week! I bet you are meeting some really amazing people! Good Luck! The crown is yours :)

    Posted by Amanda Carras | July 22, 2008, 12:45 pm

  47. So happy to see that you have posted photos on your arrival in Rockville. Keep it up so we can follow your adventure this week. It must be an amazing experience to be in the company of so many accomplished ladies. Hugs, connie

    Posted by connie campbell | July 23, 2008, 9:38 am

  48. Keeping you in my heart and prayers during this special time of your life.
    Love,
    Susan Hey

    Posted by Susan Hey | July 24, 2008, 5:36 pm

  49. Gina~~ Just a note to remind you that you are a winner any way we look at it. You have a positive outlook and ambitious goals to achieve in your life. I hope your week at Rockville was fulfilling and affirming. It had to be an awesome experience to interact & share with so many women with varied talent and achievements. Now go and enjoy the Big Apple! connie & david

    Posted by connie campbell | July 27, 2008, 1:01 pm

  50. Gina,

    It was such a pleasure to get to know you this past week at Nationals! Congratulations on all of your accomplishments, and please continue to keep up all of your great advocacy work in Arizona…

    xoxo
    Kristen McCosh
    MWA 2008

    Posted by Kristen McCosh, MWA 2008 | July 28, 2008, 11:28 pm

  51. Gina,
    I was great spending last week with you and getting to know you. Keep smiling for it lights up your face and best wishes in all of your persuits including Law
    school.
    Nadia

    Posted by Nadia Massuda | July 29, 2008, 9:32 pm

  52. Gina-
    John and I are so glad we had the opportunity to share MWA with you and your amazing family. You’re dynamic spirit shines, and I love that you are always true to yourself. Please stay in touch. You are making a real difference.

    Posted by John and Jaime Blanton | July 30, 2008, 4:28 pm

  53. Email me
    lbrown35@windstream.net
    Miss you lots!
    Lorinda

    Posted by Lorinda Brown, Ms Nebraska | July 30, 2008, 7:14 pm

  54. Congratulations on representing your state in a great way! It was fun meeting you, and wish you best of luck in your future endevours.

    Posted by Elizabeth Reeve | August 10, 2008, 8:38 pm

  55. I forgot to let you know, I loved the chili/watermelon pops! If you would like to stay in touch please email me at reevepupandkittens@sbcglobal.net

    Posted by Elizabeth Reeve | August 10, 2008, 8:39 pm

  56. Hi Gina, been thinking about u ever since I’ve been home. Please email me with your phone no. so we can talk in person Tell your family hi for me Love u, Rose
    rosew1115@aol.com

    Posted by Rose Williams | August 15, 2008, 5:30 pm

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