Life doesn’t always turn out the way we hoped. Whether you’re living with a disability or not, we all face unexpected detours. What seemed like smooth sailing can suddenly turn into a bumpy road full of obstacles. It’s tough to accept, but life doesn’t always go according to plan.
Looking back, if my younger self could see where I am now, I’d probably be considered a failure. But that’s just me being honest - and I know not everyone likes that. Why would I think of myself that way? Well, mistakes were made. Unplanned things happened that shifted my path. Sometimes, it feels like the answer to everything I want is "no." But that’s life. You take the punches, and when the good moments come, you hold onto them and enjoy them.
I’ve always said life is like a rollercoaster - with highs and lows. Growing up, I dreamed of owning a home, having kids, and living a life many would call "normal." If you’ve read my book, you know what happened to me and my wife. But I’ve accepted the losses and kept pushing forward, holding onto what I can change and letting go of what I can’t.
The dream of owning a home feels farther away than ever for so many people, and for me, being unable to work, it seems like winning the lottery is the only way it might happen. Honestly, I think I'd have better odds of being struck by lightning. Still, I hold onto the hope that one day it could happen.
My book didn’t become a bestseller, but it did help me buy a few groceries. It’s funny - if someone famous mentioned it, maybe millions would buy it. That might just be enough to change my life. But when I wrote the book, I wasn’t focused on making money. It’d be nice to earn enough to change my situation, but I’ve accepted that it might never happen. Even so, you never know.
Am I disappointed with how things have turned out so far? A little. But there’s still plenty of time for life to improve. Am I happy? Not always, but sometimes. Does that mean I can’t enjoy life? Not at all. I cherish the good times, the meaningful conversations with friends, and the chance to support the Muscular Dystrophy community and others with disabilities.
We can easily look back and dwell on what hasn’t gone right, but we must also remember the good times. The pets we've loved, the vacations we’ve taken, the family reunions, the first time meeting the love of your life, getting that promotion - the list is endless. Disappointments will come, but we can't let them bring us down.
We have to be grateful for every day, thankful for the people who stand by us. While I wish things were different, I can still work hard to change my circumstances, doing everything I can to reach my goals. Even if it doesn’t work out, at least I can say I tried. No matter what happens, I’ll keep holding onto the hope that some of my dreams might still come true.
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