It is probably because I'm disabled that I'm so independant and bloody minded. I come from a family of 5 kids, and our genetic condition got #1, #4 and #5. I'm #4 and the only girl. Mum had it too, which is how we got it as it is a dominant trait. We Spinal Muscular Atrophy, which is basically like a genetic form of polio. So, with mum and us disabled kids outnumbering the rest of the family we ruled the world!!!!! *veg*
The main thing it taught me was to look after myself, and that to do so wasn't selfish. I learned to pace myself young, and have never let it stop me doing anything, from working full time to travelling. I've slowed down now, but I'm 47 yrs old so I'm entitled...
It can be a hard lesson to learn, that you are allowed as much space and care as anyone else. And to not feel guilty taking that space. Even if it isn't offered.
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It is probably because I'm disabled that I'm so independant and bloody minded. I come from a family of 5 kids, and our genetic condition got #1, #4 and #5. I'm #4 and the only girl. Mum had it too, which is how we got it as it is a dominant trait. We Spinal Muscular Atrophy, which is basically like a genetic form of polio. So, with mum and us disabled kids outnumbering the rest of the family we ruled the world!!!!! *veg*
The main thing it taught me was to look after myself, and that to do so wasn't selfish. I learned to pace myself young, and have never let it stop me doing anything, from working full time to travelling. I've slowed down now, but I'm 47 yrs old so I'm entitled...
It can be a hard lesson to learn, that you are allowed as much space and care as anyone else. And to not feel guilty taking that space. Even if it isn't offered.