Hello all,
I am so sorry I have not posted lately! This summer has been so crazy. I went to the national Ms. Wheelchair, USA competition! That week was probably one of the best weeks of my entire life. I have made friends and memories that will last a lifetime. I didn't take the title, but I am so happy I took the opportunity. I learned so much about disability, my life, and myself in general. I am so blessed to have met the amazing ladies that have changed my life forever. It was so great to get a new perspective. That week in Ohio was great for my psyche. Back at home, I am not around people who face the same obstacles as I do. We were able to share how we all overcome adversity in our own unique ways. It was awesome for me to just feel “normal.” I didn’t have to look up to everyone when I was speaking. That was a first!
As for what I learn about life, and myself , I learned that you don’t have to apologize for what makes you YOUnique. I am so proud of myself for even going after the crown! Five years ago, there is NO way that I would have done that! I am so proud that I did. I also now know the importance of listening to those who have your best interests at heart. You see, I am a very stubborn woman. I am so used to trying to do things myself, that I hated asking for help. But I learned that asking for help doesn’t make you less capable, it actually has the reverse effect. I didn’t even think it was possible, but that week made me love myself even more than I did before I left! So grateful and blessed.
Until next time,
~C
I am so sorry I have not posted lately! This summer has been so crazy. I went to the national Ms. Wheelchair, USA competition! That week was probably one of the best weeks of my entire life. I have made friends and memories that will last a lifetime. I didn't take the title, but I am so happy I took the opportunity. I learned so much about disability, my life, and myself in general. I am so blessed to have met the amazing ladies that have changed my life forever. It was so great to get a new perspective. That week in Ohio was great for my psyche. Back at home, I am not around people who face the same obstacles as I do. We were able to share how we all overcome adversity in our own unique ways. It was awesome for me to just feel “normal.” I didn’t have to look up to everyone when I was speaking. That was a first!
As for what I learn about life, and myself , I learned that you don’t have to apologize for what makes you YOUnique. I am so proud of myself for even going after the crown! Five years ago, there is NO way that I would have done that! I am so proud that I did. I also now know the importance of listening to those who have your best interests at heart. You see, I am a very stubborn woman. I am so used to trying to do things myself, that I hated asking for help. But I learned that asking for help doesn’t make you less capable, it actually has the reverse effect. I didn’t even think it was possible, but that week made me love myself even more than I did before I left! So grateful and blessed.
Until next time,
~C
