An Ingenious Way to Live is about one woman's determination to continue her life's passion for adventure after a disability left her paralyzed from the shoulders down. This book is a memoir of her life, chronicling her thirst for adventure and how disability inspired a way to give back to a broader community of adventure seekers. Joined by her friends and constant companion and spouse, Sharon, Georgena discovered new, ingenious, ways to continue and expand on her passions. Living an interconnected life was more fulfilling and love-filled than she could have ever imagined possible. About the author: Until the age of 42, Georgena worked as a self-taught, self-employed cabinet maker, allowing her to follow her creative passions, and thirst for adventure. Always seeking the next greatest feat, she tested her strength and ingenuity. After 20 years, MS robbed her of her movement. Facing, then making peace with her condition, she created new ways to venture forth and help others find outdoor recreation in the Portland-Vancouver region. Founding Access Recreation, Georgena and trail agency representatives developed trail information guidelines and consumer resources for people of all abilities to identify parks and trails that meet their desired experience. Her work and adventures continue.