You know those movie scenes where the main character walks away from an explosion in slow motion, looking effortlessly cool? Well, that’s almost how I live my life—except in my version, the explosion is usually my wheelchair deciding it’s had enough, and I’m dramatically stuck, waiting for a rescue squad. Welcome to my world!
Life has never exactly rolled out a red carpet for me (pun absolutely intended), but that doesn’t mean I haven’t figured out how to sashay through it in my own way. People often assume that having a disability means being wrapped in layers of struggle, but honestly? It’s more like an unpredictable sitcom where I’m the lead character, constantly dealing with plot twists that not even the best scriptwriters could come up with.
The Universe vs. My Independence
Now, let’s talk about my ongoing battle with the universe. Picture this: I’m feeling extra independent, all sass and confidence, proving to the world (and to myself) that I’ve got this. Then suddenly—BAM!—my wheelchair decides, “Let’s humble her real quick,” and breaks down mid-moment. It’s like life has a quota of “Let’s see how she handles this one!” events, and I’m their favorite test subject.
Or take this classic scenario: I finally convince my family to go out and have fun without me. I reassure them I am fine, I’ve prepared for every possible emergency, I am a warrior. And then, naturally, the universe whispers, “Challenge accepted!” Suddenly, my phone falls, and as I attempt to pick it up, I find myself fully bent over like a human boomerang, waiting for someone to walk in and uncurve me. And oh, the sweet irony when they do—walking in at just the right moment to witness my latest battle with gravity.
The Art of Laughing at Life
But here’s the thing—I could be upset about these moments. I could drown in self-pity. But where’s the fun in that? Instead, I choose to laugh. Because, honestly, my life is a comedy special in the making. If I don’t laugh, the only alternative is to cry, and I’d rather smudge my eyeliner from tears of laughter than sadness.
I won’t lie, though. Some moments sting. There are times when I feel humiliated, when my body decides to remind me that it doesn’t always play by the rules. But if I’ve learned anything, it’s that no one’s life goes perfectly smoothly. At least mine keeps things interesting.
Finding Strength in the Chaos
You see, the real power lies in how we handle the chaos. Every time life throws me a curveball, I remind myself that I’ve got a damn good swing. I may fall (sometimes quite literally), but I rise—sometimes with help, sometimes with sheer stubbornness, but always with my dignity mostly intact.
So if you ever feel like life is testing you, just remember: we’re all in this unpredictable, wild ride together. Some of us are just rolling through it a little differently.
Mic Drop Moment
Life doesn’t always go as planned. Sometimes, it flips you upside down—literally. But here’s the secret: You don’t need perfect circumstances to have a perfectly amazing life. You just need a good sense of humor, a little resilience, and maybe a few people willing to help unbend you when things go sideways. 😉