I hope you had a wonderful Christmas, and that 2019 brings you health, happiness and success. Today is my day to write a blog post, but just as writers try to create conflict and nearly insurmountable barriers for their characters, I've had a bit of a temporary barrier myself, while writing this.
A month ago, I had cataract surgery on my first eye. After a lifetime of glasses with a very strong correction, it's like a miracle to have 20/20 vision in that eye! But...until the second eye can be done, I can barely read. Neither my old glasses nor "readers" work for both eyes at reading or computer screen distance. So imagine me as a one-eyed pirate, squinting, with a pink post-it note taped over one lens of my "readers", and with my nose pressed to the computer screen. <g> If there are typos here I apologize!
During this process, I've gained a deeper appreciation for the challenges faced by those who have progressive, permanent visual challenges. All will be better for me in a couple weeks--if the next surgery goes well--and I have absolutely no right to complain. But this temporary situation has been a blessing, I now feel a sense of awe over the writers I know who are dealing with macular degeneration, glaucoma, and yes--even blindness, yet manage to continue their careers and personal lives with great success. Several gals, who I don't want to name as I haven't asked their permission, have very prolific, award-winning careers in Christian fiction. And then there are others, who overcome other physical disabilities daily, with strength, determination and courage. I am humbled by them all.
Best wishes to you all for health and happiness in the year ahead! If you leave a comment, your name will be in a drawing for a free e-copy of Comeback Cowboy, a contemporary romantic suspense.
Roxanne Rustand
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DeleteMy nephew was born with spina bifida and he persevered...degree in psychology, and until recently drove anywhere he wanted to. Great post! and you will love your new vision!
ReplyDeleteI am in awe of your nephew, who accomplished so much! It couldn't have been easy at any step of the way. Bravo to him, and thank you for your encouragement. Right now it seems like a far off dream to have two eyes that work!
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When will you have your 2nd cataract surgery? I wear tri-focals, and have been very near sighted since childhood--I can't imagine having 20/20 in one eye and then needing corrective lenses for the other eye...I'm wondering if an eye patch over one eye would enable you to read... Do you like audio books!?
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ReplyDeleteMy brother was paralyzed after back surgery. Has been a hard adjustment for him and his family.
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Gail Hollingsworth
My daughter is dealing scoliosis and I am praying that she won't have to have surgery to correct it, as she isn't in any pain.
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Appreciate your giving us an opportunity to enter a giveaway! Would love to win a print copy! That would be a real blessing! Am also always encouraged weekly seeing a friend who has Huntington's Disease, but who fortunately knows the Lord, to give him daily hope! We need to constantly encourage these types with various kinds of needs, to share scripture verses (Psalms) and pray with them. Thanks, again! Here's my email: krautter12ATbresnanDOTnet
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I know several people dealing with physical disabilities and they make me ashamed of how fortunate I have been. I also realize the blessings that I have received from having two parents who were both hardworking and moral people. I cannot claim credit for any success that I have achieved but I personally know some people who have risen above tragic childhoods and become valuable contributors to our society!
ReplyDeleteI wish you well with your 2nd cataract surgery.
Blessings!
Connie
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