I fell
It was bound to happen sooner or later. This time it happened in public.
Connie and I had just started walking. We were going to do some exercise before we watched a movie. It happened as we had just crossed the street. We went to get on the sidewalk and, for some reason, I failed to step up. It happened in an instant. One minute I was walking with purpose. The next I was face down on the sidewalk.
A kind motorist stopped and asked if we needed any help. I think we said, “no, we got this.”
Falling wasn’t the worst part of it. The worst part was the next 30-minutes where I acted like it didn’t bother me. I was hyper-sensitive about where I stepped and how.
How can you get better if you don’t let anyone else know what you’re feeling. It’s the hidden disabilities that can be the worst.
We finished the 3-mile walk and went to the movie theater. Connie got her Diet Coke and bucket of popcorn. I got a Coke with a box (that was 25% full) of Butterfingers.
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Sorry to hear of your fall. I have fallen too, at home doing tasks, outside my home once I fell and broke my elbow. These things happen. You are courageous and strong. Prayers going forth for you. Be encouraged today. You are not alone in your struggles of life. We have your back.
Thank you, Donna. It’s always good to know that you are there.
Brian, I hope that your injuries were minor on this fall and that Connie is able to give you more verbal warnings in the future as you’re walking together. It may also be a good idea to hold onto her arm when you are together so that she can catch you before you actually fall.
All good points. We’ve started to take your advice.