After the excitement of yesterday's post, today's might read as a little contrasting. But that's okay, because such is the nature of disability life. One of my favourite Youtubers, Jessica Kellgren-Fozard, made a video on exactly this subject a few days ago:
Whilst I would never presume to compare the scale of my blog project to that of her videos, I did find this one helpful as a reminder that up-and-down days are normal. Especially after exertion like I had yesterday during surfing. And really I'm doing quite well in my individual grand scheme of things not to be more achy than I am. Based on my parameters in recent years I'm positively comfortable today, haha. But the point is however I feel is okay. It doesn't take away from the achievements of yesterday; and it's part of my commitment to self-care to acknowledge and remember that.
16th December 2019
Today I almost didn't write a verse,
because my mind and body are both achy,
but then I realised when I'm feeling worse's
just as valid as when things go great(ly).
Each forms part of my daily experience
makes up the whole of my reality
so, then, each must deserve equal significance
in sharing what this life is like for me.
Although this concept often feels shameful
and makes me much more keen to post the good,
it's true that there are days aplenty painful,
and if I can share those, too, then I should.
If nothing else, it's helpful to reflect
on where I've been and where I'd like to get.
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