Almost three years ago I was given a unique opportunity to see and explore our magical world with my heart rather than just my naked eyes and I’m giving hugs rather than just handshakes.
See what happened was almost three years ago while working in a lab I was severely burnt on my face, neck, chest, arms and hands. As a result my vision became impaired and I lost the use of both of my hands.
At first my vision was blurry then gradually over the next few weeks and months my vision began to deteriorate. Just imagine waking up every morning seeing less and less. It was a scary journey. But with the help of family and friends they made sure that I lived my life as normal by making me do things that I did not taught was possible at the time. I went to shows, shopping, restaurant and lakes. Believe it or not, I even went to the movies with my loved ones narrating the entire movie (Slumdog millionaire and Madagascar 2). Having the support of family and friends made my transition from seeing everything to being in complete darkness much easier and safer.
Approximately three months after my accident I woke up one morning and was not able to see anything. The day that I have long dreaded now became a reality. I remembered waking up with a sense of fear and sadness not knowing what my future holds. At that moment I had to stop myself and think back of the twenty-four wonderful years that I was blessed to see our beautiful world. From that day onwards I made a conscious decision to live everyday to fullest regardless of my physical limitations.
Every day I am faced with new and unique challenges but I have not allowed them to keep me back from accomplishing my dreams and goals.
I believe that everything happens for a reason. We are given challenges because we are equipped with strength, faith, belief, love, compassion and forgiveness to overcome every obstacle that comes our way.
I have not allowed myself to be defined by my disability but rather using my “unique” ability of instilling LOVE and COMPASSION in our world.
My dear friend, we all face unique challenges but I am here to tell you that no matter what you are facing right now, just remember “this too shall pass”.
You are put on this planet because you have a purpose to fulfill. You are given challenges to reach new heights. You are given friends to lift up your spirit and you are given unconditional love to overcome every obstacle that comes your way.
You can and will Soar Above All Odds.
Wishing you a beautiful and blessed day.
Thank you for being apart of my journey of soaring above all odds.
I love and appreciate you!
Sending you lots of love and hugs,
Shelly
