In 1909 the life of Floyd Walser was forever changed. As a 21 year-old cowboy, he suffered devastating injuries when he was thrown from his horse. While recovering from that crippling accident, polio robbed him of the use of his legs, left arm and hand.With incredible courage and determination he overcame his handicap and became a superbly talented artist. In his later years, his life was again altered, this time much for the better, when Richie entered his world. Floyd's mobility and level of independence reached new heights when Richie designed and built a special motorized wheelchair for him.