Today's post is something very personal to me. I experienced something that was extremely rude a few days ago and I wanted to speak up. If you want to know more about my disability then read this post. I've been in a wheelchair my entire life but I don't see myself that way. I never have and never will. I feel like I need to stand up for people who can't do it themselves.
Let's talk about the situation that I mentioned. In December I graduated from college with a Computer Science degree. I decided to go back for Computer Programming this fall. I was having trouble with my Financial Aid so I decided to call the office. I obviously can't drive on my own or take care of myself. The lady basically said if I'm that incapable how am I taking classes and I should sign my rights over to somebody else. I was EXTREMELY hurt and offended. I reported her as well.
I have a brain that works. I have my own thoughts and opinions. I am a human being. So my legs don't work and I can't use my arms, who cares? I am still a person and deserve to be treated like everybody else. Some disabilities aren't as noticeable as mine but they still matter. Next time you see somebody who is in a wheelchair, deaf, blind, or even have down syndrome say hello. Trust me it will make them feel happy. Don't pity us because we don't pity ourselves.
xo,
Jerica
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