This post is dedicated to one of my amazing friends. Her name is Jackie. We both suffer from Cerebral Palsy, a disorder that affects everything from muscle tone to balance and speech. (Those are just a few examples of how this disorder can effect a person's life.) To learn more visit http://cerebralpalsy.org/ Now that I've explained a little about how this disorder effects people, let me tell you more about this amazing person and how we met. I was browsing through the various groups that Facebook has to offer, and I stumbled upon a Cerebral Palsy support group (I'll post a link at the end for anyone who is interested in joining) Once, I had successfully joined the group I began to share a bit of my story with its members.
A week after the initial post, I received a friend request from Jackie inviting me to talk. I was a little nervous about accepting at first, but she seemed nice enough, so I pushed my apprehension aside and began to strike up a conversation. It turned out to be one of the best decisions I had made. We became instant friends. She is one of the few people who truly understands the constant struggle that Cerebral Palsy can pose.
As we talked, she began sharing her story. It made me feel as though I had a long lost sister. I also gained a new appreciation for the abilities I have. I am extremely grateful to have a friend who really understands the everyday battle and makes me feel as though I belong somewhere. Here's to amazing friends.
Until next time,
Alexis
Here's the link:
https://www.facebook.com/cerebralpalsysupportgroup
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