I have to say the best moments of recovery is going from dependent to independent and being able to recognize those little moments. Sunday, February 16, 2014 was the first time since my accident that I was able to actually cook a meal. I can’t describe how good it feels to get out of the bedroom and perform such a simple task like making dinner. The next day I was even able to shower without the help of my husband.
Loosing your autonomy as an adult is down right depressing. I am a very independent person that likes to take control. I like being able to drive myself, to cook meals for myself and my husband, clean my house, and other daily tasks that come with the responsibility of being an adult.
When that was taken away from me, I sunk into a horrible depression. When my accident first happened I couldn’t even use the bathroom on my own.
Week by week, thanks to my injury mentor Tamazon, I made goals for myself to gain my independence. The first goal I made was being able to get to the bathroom on my own, after that was navigating the stairs without my husbands help. Each week I pushed myself.
This week I am now focusing on cooking meals every night, and next week I will begin light housework.
Whoever is in this situation and you’re forced back into dependency, it gets better. As your journey goes on you’ll take pride in your little accomplishment. Just love yourself and take it easy. Rome wasn’t built in a day.
Belle Ringer Down 