I’ve always had an affinity for the right side of my
brain. I trace this favoritism way back
when I was a tiny 2nd grader with an inspiring teacher and a wild
imagination. I mean I apologize to the
left half of my brain, but words have always been kind to me and numbers a
little cruel.
An honors student, I often find myself caught in the same,
monotonous, junior schedule: school, homework, sleep. I sometimes feel so caught up in my schoolwork
that I don’t set enough time aside to use my creativity…and I miss it. I miss stringing together a few phrases and
watching in wonderment how one word can make all the difference. I miss writing a piece that reflects my
opinion in a way that does not have to be backed by three concrete examples in
order to get a good grade. I miss
employing my creativity to its maximum potential, reading a finished piece with
satisfaction knowing that I wrote it to the best of my ability. My answer to the common “favorite hobby”
question has always been writing, ever since those young 2nd grade
years and I am determined to satisfy my passion and cherish my ability for as
long as I possibly can.
There is a part of me that makes me unique from most teenagers. I was diagnosed with type one diabetes eight
years ago tomorrow, an event that changed my entire life. Although I can no longer imagine my life
before the diagnosis, I still see the difference between my life and the life
of someone with a dutiful pancreas. Those
people do not have to test their blood sugar ten times a day, receive a shot
every two days or wait thirty minutes before they can eat breakfast. They do not have to consciously monitor carbohydrates
during a stress-eat session. They do not
have to suffer through insensitive comments when someone relates the story of
their great-grandfather who became blind because of this disease. Diabetes does not facilitate my life with its
immature and selfish constant need for attention. However, this diagnosis has made me into a
more understanding and courageous person who would not trade these strengths
for the world.
Oh and by the way, I use wayyyyy less parentheses now than I
did three years ago. J
So glad you are back to writing...the internet needs your voice "on the line";)
ReplyDeleteThanks Jessica!
ReplyDeleteI have missed your blogs. Looking forward to your next one. Jp
ReplyDeleteThank you!!
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