Wednesday, 18 January 2012

So here we go!

I have been thinking of started a blog for a long time, but I couldn't think of what would be remotely interesting. After some thought I have realized that I am a unique individual with a story to tell.
I'm a 42 year old woman who was lucky to meet and marry my best friend Tim. When I think about it, it really has been a long road getting here with many bumps on the way.....
I have a disease called spinal muscular atrophy. This truly is the least interesting thing about me, as I have it, it doesn't have me! Despite this, it does affect my life as I use a wheelchair and deal with increasing paralysis as time goes on. Does this piss me off??? Of course it does, but since there is nothing that I can do about it I just move on.
My passions in life are animals, fashion, food and friends. Two weeks ago we lost our dear dog Scooter to cancer. I could never have imagined the pain losing him has caused. Love of all kinds can be bitter sweet and painful.
Just like most women I am concerned about appearance and weight. My disability has caused a crooked back and managing my weight is a huge issue. Unfortunately I have a close family member who insists that I am "obese" and an embarrassment. Not only are they disgusted by my weight, but also my sense of style and my tattoos.  Does this hurt? Hell yes!!!! Does this affect my self-esteem? No shit Sherlock! However, I can not change people's perceptions of me and I have to accepts myself. And I have..I'm the perfect version of me!
Dear reader, please accept and love the perfect version of YOU!
xoxo

3 comments:

  1. Laurie, you are simply one of the most amazing people I've had the pleasure to meet. When Angela and Carlos put us at the same table to celebrate their wedding....how lucky were Keith and I!!! It was meant to be for us to have you and Tim in our lives and we are very grateful. I know we haven't spent a lot of time together but I do know we have a friendship and that we just pick up where we left off. People in your life that treat you with disrespect are of no value to you and you are loved "for you" by many!!! You and Tim are an awesome couple that we enjoy and people's ignorance is their own demise of ones own spirit..... Love you Laurie! xoxo
    Suzie and Keith

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  2. Wow - I had no idea that some people would treat others like that. Laurie - you are beautiful - please don't let small minded opinions start the roots of doubt in your self-esteem. I too am so grateful that we met - I just wish that I could see you more often. I find it very difficult with the children being involved in so many things. I've been told that when children get older most parents are able to pick up their old friendships - heres to hoping that this is true for us. HUGS.

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  3. There are people in this world that when you meet them warm your heart with there spirit. Ive had the pleasure of knowing you and calling you a friend for the past 6 years. You've been an inspiration to me in some tough times,and a shoulder to lean on. You have this gift that allows a person to see you for who you really are, a caring, loving, warm, amazing, and hilarious special lady. Your hubby is one of my favorite people and the two of you together are an example for all of us. Its never about the looks, its about who you are, and you are beautiful. I look forward to seeing you soon, Danielle and I are blessed to have you two in our lives. okay, enough of the mushy gushy stuff it's not like me. ;-)

    I love the idea of the blog, and I look forward to following you in the future. Your my homie!

    lil tony

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