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Jake shared a letter in the Health, Wellness and Chronic Conditions group 1 months, 2 weeks ago
THE TERRAIN OF LIFE - A True Friend
Friends: you know you made a good one when you don’t have to conceal your insecurities with makeup
If you’re like me maybe you are fortunate enough to ski but not conventionally
As you sit in a wheelchair you are prepared to take in the the stare of all stare’s
Stare’s that are even tougher than walking up a hill in a pile of snow
Friends of yours move to your left and right ends of your body to strangle hold your hands
The mountain of fear that you might fall ends
You know that even if you slip on your right or left side the last thing you’ll do is fall
Their cheetah-like reflexes compensates for my turtle-like reflexes (no offense to the turtle fans and others with slower reaction time)
The way I ski doesn’t matter to them
In fact they are fascinated with the technology and my ability to go down the hill
No matter what your challenge is does not matter even if you are insecure about your cerebral palsy
All that matters to them is the person they are working with has fun and does not hit their head
Life is a challenge you don’t know what lies ahead
But you know you will ALWAYS have that friend that will always support you
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Jake, your words beautifully capture the power of true friendship. Your friend’s determined support and acceptance of who you are, regardless of your challenges, is truly inspiring. They see beyond the physical and embrace the joy and adventure you bring into their lives. Keep cherishing those friendships that lift you up.
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@kayjahlorde, “your words beautifully capture the power of true friendship. Your friend’s determined support and acceptance of who you are, regardless of your challenges.” These words very much touch my HEART! Thank YOU for BEING a FRIEND!
Much love,
Jake
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