October 25, 2011

It is hard to imagine what my life would be like if I didn't have this disability. As much as I hate thinking of myself as disabled, I love who it created in me. It is true, I fight against the fact that there are some things I am not able to do but I embrace the challenges it brings. If there is a will, there is a way. Because of this outlook in my life as someone who is disabled, I will figure out a way to do something that many may think I may not be able to do.

I always joke that I will be sprinting in heaven. But because of those before me who have fought the fight of equal rights covered by the ADA, there isn't anything that I can't do and really want to do it.

Looking back over my goal when team training just started, I wanted to focus on Barkley and our partnership without comparing him to Delsie. Each day is a litter better as I have begun to see his personality a little more. Other than referring to he as she and commanding him with the name Delsie, I am starting to see Barkley.

I am grateful for this time I have with him. As much as I miss Delsie, I cherish this bonding time with Barkley. Doing the stairs with him today reminds me of the confidence and independence he will bring to my life.

I am determined to have him help me fight this disability.