These people that are pitied or being asked to suffer in silence don’t want to suffer, don’t see themselves as pitiable, don’t see themselves as victims – see themselves as citizens, participants in the process,Continue reading
Tag: Illness
Genetic Disorder Quote
When people say, “I hope she gets better” or “I hope she gets healed”, I know it’s very well-meaning, but when you have a genetic disorder, every cell in your body contains your mutation, soContinue reading
Illness Doesn’t Take a Holiday Quote
I wish others could try to understand that each and every holiday, we sit and wonder if this will be the last one we’re able to share with our child. Or the stress of beingContinue reading
Illness Quote
People confronting life-threatening illness seem to express a profound affection for every moment available, albeit sometimes only after a bout with anger and depression. ~Dr. Laura
Disability Warriors Quote
There’s a remarkable amount of strength residing in those who move forward without being able to physically move. Ones that carry the weight of illness or a disability, they mattle wars most know nothing about.Continue reading
Michael J. Fox Quote
This message is so simple yet it gets forgotten. The people living with the condition are the experts. ~Michael J. Fox
Health Care Quote
I’ve spent a great deal of time over the past decade as a caregiver for various family members. It gives me a perspective on the struggles that many face with illness, disability, health care, insuranceContinue reading