Returning to surfing after my injury hasn't been easy, but here's why it's been worth it A couple months ago I surfed in the Nudie Australian Adaptive Surf titles on... Hi I’ve started a bit of a blog/news feed as a place to keep you updated on life and share some of my experiences with you. These images formed the basis for the international bestselling book Penguin Bloom, a collaboration with New York Times bestselling author Bradley Trevor Greive.. Surfer Sam Bloom rebooted her life after having it forever altered by a perceived disability caused by mis-adventure. We’re thrilled to share that our upcoming film Penguin Bloom has been chosen as one of only 50 films at the 2020 Toronto International Film Festival. I say reluctant because I knew it wouldn’t be the same and I…, © Copyright 2019 Sam Bloom. Her story from rock bottom to world champion canoeist has even inspired a Hollywood movie. ... And a sequel book Sam Bloom, Heartache & Birdsong, the story from Sam… I say reluctant because I knew it wouldn’t be the same and I…, © Copyright 2019 Sam Bloom. Naomi Watts Sam’s story has always spoken to me so deeply in part for the courage that propels it, but also for the very special dose of grace that’s woven into the fabric. “She was tiny and feisty. It’s one of those stunning cloudless summer days the morning I arrive at Sam Bloom… We’re thrilled to share that our upcoming film Penguin Bloom has been chosen as one of only 50 films at the 2020 Toronto International Film Festival. Congratulations to Sam Bloom for winning the Stance International Surfing Association World Adaptive Surfing Championships. I never thought I’d... Penguin Bloom selected for Toronto International Film Festival, Getting to the World Adaptive Surfing Championships…the hard way, Sunrise – ‘Magpie helps family after tragedy in Thailand’, Ten Daily – “‘I’m Stoked’: Aussie Legend Sam Bloom Crowned World Surfing Champion”. “I grew up with Sam in Newport,” says Tom. A freak accident left surfer Sam Bloom paralysed from the chest down. From our dear friend and collaborator…, April, 2019 Early last year I made a reluctant return to surfing after a 5 year hiatus. All rights reserved.Design by Xander Creative. All rights reserved.Design by Xander Creative. Sam's undeniable spirit and the intense physical and emotional journey she and her family embraced resonated with me both as a storyteller and as a mother. Every waking moment, Sam Bloom feels like bluebottle jellyfish tentacles are stinging her feet, legs, bum and back — except when she’s surfing. Returning to surfing after my injury hasn't been easy, but here's why it's been worth it A couple months ago I surfed in the Nudie Australian Adaptive Surf titles on... Hi I’ve started a bit of a blog/news feed as a place to keep you updated on life and share some of my experiences with you. I never thought I’d... Penguin Bloom selected for Toronto International Film Festival, Getting to the World Adaptive Surfing Championships…the hard way, Sunrise – ‘Magpie helps family after tragedy in Thailand’, Ten Daily – “‘I’m Stoked’: Aussie Legend Sam Bloom Crowned World Surfing Champion”. From our dear friend and collaborator…, April, 2019 Early last year I made a reluctant return to surfing after a 5 year hiatus. Getting to World Adaptive Surfing Championships…the hard way; Sunrise – ‘Magpie helps family after tragedy in Thailand’ Ten Daily – “‘I’m Stoked’: Aussie Legend Sam Bloom Crowned World Surfing Champion” Finding my way back to the ocean Sam Bloom experienced a life-shattering injury on holiday in Thailand and was paralysed from the chest down. He helped Sam to learn surfing again. But support from friends, strangers and a baby magpie helped her dominate the waves once more. Sam’s husband Cameron, a professional photographer, has documented their entire experience through thousands of still images and videos. Penguin Bloom selected for Toronto International Film Festival; Coast Beat – ‘Broken but beautiful’ Getting to the World Adaptive Surfing Championships…the hard way; Sunrise – ‘Magpie helps family after tragedy in Thailand’ Ten Daily – “‘I’m Stoked’: Aussie Legend Sam Bloom Crowned World Surfing … ... “Surfing is just so good for your head,” she says. When we got back in the surf together after her accident I saw the spark re-light.