It is unfortunate that so much time has been wasted in medical research. Instead of finding cures for debilitating illnesses, grievous injuries and other life-threatening or life-ending maladies. From 2001 to 2009 absolutely no research has been done, in fact, most was banned due to religious and other disruption by many, including government leaders during this time.
It is unfortunate that people like me, people who have debilitating or potentially debilitating diseases or injuries are still shunned, feared like the plague, having to fight so hard just trying to be normal. Why are we so feared? Why can't people just get the one basic idea through? This being the obvious fact that if you have something basic, why can't I? Why am I not worthy of it? Why can't I even have the chance to fight for it? Why do you hate me?
Too long have people like me, people with brain damage, people burn without arms, people with Glaucoma or spine nerve disorders been shoved to the background. Too few people have risen up to fight, to make sure the future is brighter for everything, not just themselves and their family.
It is unfortunate that too many times religion has curbed the potentially miraculous stem cell research. Why is it that only now are we able to begin research? Why is it that in America, our unfortunate are 8 years behind every other developed country all for the sake of some disruptive ideologies? I am not just focusing on the extreme religion sects, but far too many Americans who can't seem to get their heads out of the sand> i am talking about the senators voting against importing prescription drugs for way cheaper when they supposedly "care" about their people? I am talking about all those who feel "it's bad parenting" when it is indeed a neurological disorder. I am talking about all those who say "you just have to work out more" like working out more will help a person with muscular dystrophy. I am talking about all those who get up in the morning but do not lift one finger to help anyone but themselves. Most of all I am talking about all those who just don't care.
Too long has this prevailed, too long has this killed. Too long have people suffered. Why don't we deserve better? Why can't we at least fight for it? Why do you hate me?
Because when you have this unfortunate reality, you can't be normal. Insurance companies throw you away like garbage, employers don't want to have to take an extra 5 minutes helping you get up the stairs. Programs designed to help you get cut first because of greedy Wall Street bankers and uneducated public. The mental and emotional toll on them and their families should never be this difficult. Most of all those with disabilities can contribute to society more if they are given the chance.
I am writing this small diary to in hopes of making at least one person more aware of this reality I am asking questions hoping to find answers I know will probably never be answered. I am just hoping my Glaucoma will behave itself until there is something that can actually help me keep my eyesight because sight is so precious to me.
I love you momma and for all you have done for me!