An interesting and well made point by fellow blogger Andrew in his recent entry.
To be described as inspiring just for getting on with the everyday stuff can make me feel uncomfortable. The first question it begs is,
"What does it inspire you to do, exactly? Cook while sitting down? Or drive the car without using your feet, perhaps?"
I'm sure some people will feel rebuffed by this, but my everyday is dominated by just trying to feel normal. Anything that emphasizes my changed circumstance is jarring and emotionally difficult. Still. Even after three years.
On a more positive note, Andrew does also mention a sport that he has tried and that I would love to try, if only we had a few miles of empty sand nearby...
To be described as inspiring just for getting on with the everyday stuff can make me feel uncomfortable. The first question it begs is,
"What does it inspire you to do, exactly? Cook while sitting down? Or drive the car without using your feet, perhaps?"
I'm sure some people will feel rebuffed by this, but my everyday is dominated by just trying to feel normal. Anything that emphasizes my changed circumstance is jarring and emotionally difficult. Still. Even after three years.
On a more positive note, Andrew does also mention a sport that he has tried and that I would love to try, if only we had a few miles of empty sand nearby...
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