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Tag: life
Why I Write About Scoliosis
When I tell people about having scoliosis, many question the validity, as if my condition isn’t really all that serious. If I go into all the gruesome… Read more “Why I Write About Scoliosis”
Relatable Songs If You Have Scoliosis
Music soothes the soul—especially, when all you want to do is hide from the world. As a person living with scoliosis, and the chronic pain that comes… Read more “Relatable Songs If You Have Scoliosis”
21 Things I’ve Learned from 21 Years of Dealing with Scoliosis
You have to forgive and accept—yourself, mostly. The use of medical equipment for assistance, such as canes, walking sticks, and back braces, doesn’t change who you are.… Read more “21 Things I’ve Learned from 21 Years of Dealing with Scoliosis”
An Open Letter to My Unborn Son
Dear Lukas- I can’t believe that you are coming into this world in less than two months. I feel so incredibly lucky, yet terrified that you have… Read more “An Open Letter to My Unborn Son”
The Part of Scoliosis and Spinal Fusion That Is Really Hard to Talk About
The future is hard to talk about, because it’s largely unknown. I have no idea what to expect in the next 10 years. I have no idea… Read more “The Part of Scoliosis and Spinal Fusion That Is Really Hard to Talk About”
Scoliosis Stigma and the Invisible Disability
“Eliana the camel has two humps.” That’s the chant I heard more than once as a teen. I don’t think it was meant to hurt my feelings,… Read more “Scoliosis Stigma and the Invisible Disability”
Protected: 19. Dr. Mark Sinclair: My Pediatric Orthopedist
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To the Teacher of a Student With Scoliosis
I can’t imagine it’s easy being you. In fact, I have no clue how you do your job day-in and day-out. You are stuck all day with… Read more “To the Teacher of a Student With Scoliosis”
Protected: 18. Telling the Family
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