Blind Clarity

One thing I’ve noticed lately is that so many of the people I come into contact with feel so sorry for me because I’m blind. 

They say things like

I’m so sorry!

I pray every day for you that one day you’ll get your vision back

I don’t know how you do it I’d be so depressed if it was me

But the truth is being blind isn’t the worst thing that could ever happen to me

I mean I’d try to throw myself a pity party but I don’t have the energy to blow up that many balloons

Instead I’ve focused my mind on all of the many wonderful and positive things I have in my life

I have wonderful amazing children who make me laugh and bring me joy everyday

I have an amazing partner who supports and nourishes my wild endeavors and is always quick to drop what he’s doing to cheer me on 

I have friends who make me feel loved and thought of

I have an amazing business where I get to connect with people from all over the world 

I mean honestly what do I have to complain about

And no,blind is not a good enough answer

Being blind has in no way diminished any of the wonderful things I have in my life

If anything it has giving me the time to stop and appreciate them 

The only time it sucks being blind is when I really want to see something but then I’m reminded that it could be so much worse and so I accept those moments for what they are and keep moving forward

The reality is that as an artist I’ve painted a pretty beautiful world in my mind anyway 

Sort of my own what dreams may come sort of existence

With ice cream sundae mountains and bubble gum bushes and cotton candy trees (I totally live in the candyland board game)

While you’re stuck with the reality of what things look like I on the other hand get to imagine the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen so maybe I’m the one that should feel bad for you