Day 7 — Sometimes I Just Want to Do It Myself

One of the hardest things about being disabled is having to ask for help.

I know people mean well.

But sometimes I don't want help. I want to do it myself.

I want to open that package. I want to carry my own things. I want to finish something without someone having to step in.

And when I can't?

It's frustrating.

I spent my life taking care of things. Now there are days when the smallest task reminds me how much has changed.