This morning all of us headed to the splash pad. One of Maddie's favorite places to play. We were there splashing in the water for about an hour when we decided it was time to head home. I was putting a few things in our bag, I looked up, and there walked a guy in his mid 20's without his left arm above the elbow. I had never seen anyone before in person and I was so surprised. He was the manager of the splash pad. So, I made Bob lead the way so we could go over and talk with him. He was so nice and shared a little bit of his life with us. He said, "give her every opportunity because she can do anything. NEVER baby her." He had so much confidence, and I was so glad to have FINALLY run into someone without an arm.
Just wanted to share that quick story with all of you. So many people tell me all the people they see without an arm, but I was waiting for the day when I would see someone. And today I did:o)
Have a good wknd!
Hi Heather!
ReplyDeleteI know...it means alot to meet (in person) another person with a limb difference! There is a guy at our church who is missing his left arm below the elbow. He has a wife and kids and seems happy and confident. He is the first person I have seen (in person) with a limb difference since my daughter's U/S diagnosis. Sometimes I think these people are put into our paths for a reason! Cindy