Trust that He won't let you drown, no matter the depth of your troubles.
What a powerful phrase- and so true!! Be thankful for your blessings, there are so many not nearly as fortunate.
A daily reminder
I absolutely LOVE my 3ELove shirt and am always proud to sport it. 3E stands for embrace, educate, and empower and promotes acceptance of people with disabilities. They have lots of great merchandise, go check them out!
Wow, talk about the most perfect phrase to calm my troubled heart when I feel upset or anxious with my recovery.
What a great way to think.
For the longest time after my injury, I could not even hold a pen. Then, even after I was able to hold one, I did not have the ability to put down enough pressure and write legibly at the same time. It’s taken a lot of practice and a lot of improvising, and it’s by no means pretty or perfect, but it’s legible and it’s an accomplishment. Another thing to check off my list of goals (though I plan on refining it). It’s another reminder not to give up on things that at one point seemed so impossible.
A great reminder
I received this bracelet in the mail today with the kindest letter about how my story has touched their life and while they were out shopping one day, came across this bracelet, and instantly thought of me –despite never having actually met in person. I am absolutely blown away by what a kind gesture this was coming from an absolute stranger and how it touches my heart and means more to me than my words will ever describe. Lately, I have been struggling with living with the pressure of handling my injury with strength and grace under watchful eyes, but this bracelet lets me know that everything has been worth it, to know I touched a life so dearly for them to do this selfless gesture. To whomever you are thank you so much for not only the beautiful bracelet, but reaffirming my decision to be so public with my recovery and everything it entails.
This is a nice way to look at it, don't you think?
And Happy Valentine's too! :)
Truth.
I just had to share this because I think we can all use a reminder of what's truly important..
Today I got my new power chair! For those who have followed me since the beginning may remember all the struggles I dealt with sitting in an ill fitting chair. It's been a long 2.5 yrs in a chair that didn't fit, so I'm ECSTATIC to finally be in something made especially for me. Look at the difference!!
this picture perfect depicts my twisted sense of humor ;)
This is what your fundraising dollars have helped me purchase! I am so stoked to have my very own standing frame. Humans are NOT meant to sit down all the time!!
This is Laura, the girl who changed my whole life by doing the very first fundraiser (Southern Belle t-shirts). She not only raised enough money for my rehab, but she also gave me the hope that I could actually raise the money on my own. I took her out today for her birthday. Hard to believe I did not know this girl before she saw this Facebook page and now she is one of my very best friends. And oh yeah, who dat!
Thank you so much to those who took time to read my latest blog and offer words of encouragement and prayed for me. I will never give up but I do allow myself moments of weakness and believe it is important to be transparent in my recovery. It is literally no walk in the park. Looking forward to brighter days!
Sometimes we just need a reminder..
Sometimes all you need is a change of perspective. "Change your thoughts and you change your world."
This is EXACTLY how I feel! It may not be in the cards for me to ever walk again, but it won't be because I haven't tried. You will never know the amazing things you can accomplish if you don't have the courage to try them.
How's your character?
Wow, while headed to my seats I got stopped by someone who saw my story with Drew Brees! She was so sweet and gave me a hug! How cool!
