Life has had its challenges over the last 10 1/2 years. Especially for the many like myself who suffer from physical health issues and the desire to be productive.
In my past I have enjoyed a career in public service in both the government and private sector. Unfortunately this career was cut short by a drunk driver.
I was forced to struggle with accepting retirement on my 38th birthday. I have attempted to return to work on a few occasions as a consultant in areas of which I was experienced before the crash. In each attempt I found myself in much pain through the process and often re injuring myself to the point it required physical therapy or reconstructive surgeries.
Being challenged with health issues and overcoming them one at a time with faith has been my life goal. I have had my wins and I have had losses. Overall I have been blessed with the courage and desire to drive on in my quest.
Unable to maintain long term physical commitments is challenging in and of itself. But when able I enjoy bringing awareness thru advocacy, testimony, consultation and or community service. Those who know me understand my words.
The bottom line for me is that a person should not be penalized for trying. And yet that is what occurs. I am now embarking on what feels like my hundredth journey with an unknown outcome. A journey to heal and better manage my health again. I have been blessed with excellent medical care through it all. However the care and treatments that have been of much relief recently have now started to fail once again.
I spend much of my nights awake reading and writing to take my mind off my pains and discomforts. I avoid taking medications that would alter my ability to function during the day. Of course I take my nap during the day to make up for my lost sleep at night.
So why do I write this now? I guess because I'm awake and its 3am and it feels good to share. I hope some day someone reads this blog so they may better understand how I feel and what I have been going through.
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