Why do you ask?
Because I lost a limb?
Because my vision is blurry?
Because my heart hurts constantly?
Because I have unexplained pain in one
leg?
Because no sleep is enough?
Because my voice is hoarse now for no reason?
Am I okay? Yes, because this is all permanent, but temporary.
And my kids need me and for that I am grateful.
And because I have plans with a friend tomorrow.
Because I’m going to play tennis in two days.
And because I am reading a really good book that I can’t wait to snuggle into tonight.
And it’s Taco Night.
So I am permanently not okay, but I am hopeful that the rough edges will smooth out over time and this will seem somewhat temporary in hindsight.
For now I will enjoy the little things until I am able to enjoy more.
And right now the little things are the big things.
