I spend time with a lot of kids. In my work and in my life, I am surrounded by kids a lot. The other day, a kid came up to me and our conversation went something like this:
Kid: I feel so bad for you.
Me: Why?
Kid: I read your book.
Me: (thinking kid was upset about my dog’s health) Oh, don’t worry about Georgia. She is great!
Kid: Not Georgia, I feel sorry for you.
Me: Why?
Kid: Because you are so full of diseases. I had no idea.
Me: (on the inside…BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA) Oh sweetheart, I am just fine…..
I think this story is a riot. This kiddo was genuinely concerned and of course I was reassuring with my “I’m just fine” reply. I usually say I’m fine. I usually smile. Every once in a while I will respond with “Today is not a good day”, then try to shake it off. I’m often shocked when ask me if I am okay. I’ve learned that I am not as good as hiding pain from my face as I used to be. Again, I always struggle with is it my disease getting worse/more painful OR am I just less tolerant of the pain as I get older. I’m always tired and achy. I love bed time and naps. If I am being honest with myself. I’m sad…..but always trying to be happy or look happy.
I’m not happy, and that is why stories like the one above bring me joy. I need those reminders that life doesn’t entirely suck. I need to shift my focus from my pain to my
I read your book again this afternoon and was chocked up all over again. Your book rocks and I love Georgia and her talent. They made a good decision for certain.
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I can’t tell you how much that means to me. An old friend was subbing in my building. She read my book and had no idea about Georgia’s chronic life. she said she picked up the book to read it while kids were taking a test….then she started crying. It was never my intention to make anyone cry, but I’m thrilled it touches people’s heart.
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