Impossible is Nothing
I know at times, she hates me.
But she understands that all I want is to reach her maximum potential.
She realizes that it’s for her own good, because, there will never be a day when she will be free from it.
She knows why I push her to take an extra step or play that one more game of throwing the ball.
The other day, she saw me trip and fall down on the pavement as I lay there writhing in pain.
This time, she raised the bar… and walked towards me and hugged my weary but happy body.
This post is a part of Write Over the Weekend, an initiative for Indian Bloggers by BlogAdda. This time the entry must contain, ‘This time, she raised the bar…’
PS : Cerebral Palsy is a condition resulting from damage to the areas of the brain that control movement. It is not a disease. Depending on the type of Cerebral Palsy and the area of brain affected, a child may not be able to walk, move, talk, eat, or play in the same ways as other children. Cerebral Palsy treatment depends entirely on the needs of the person. A child with CP may require the assistance of a GP, a pediatrician, a physiotherapist, a speech and language therapist, an occupational therapist, and/or an educational psychologist, along with a lot of support from family members. The aim is to help the child achieve as much independence as possible throughout his/her life.
November 23, 2013 3:45 pm|
That was a great one. The brief description of CP was informative enough.
November 23, 2013 3:51 pm|
Thank you Rekha! Glad you liked it! 🙂
November 23, 2013 4:04 pm|
Shilpa the drabble was such a wonderful insight into CB handling. The post dealt with one of the lesser spoken things about CB that is making the people more independent…
November 23, 2013 5:56 pm|
One of our acquaintance had a child with CP and I have seen the child struggling to do even the smallest of daily activities. The care and the efforts put in by the parents for their child was simply awe-inspiring!
November 23, 2013 4:25 pm|
the information relating to CP is necessary , A sensitive story.
November 23, 2013 5:57 pm|
Yes, awareness about CP is much needed in our society! Thks Kalpana.
November 23, 2013 10:51 pm|
A wonderful look at the reality a caregiver of someone with CP experiences. And the sufferer too.
November 26, 2013 8:09 pm|
Thanks Michelle. Glad you liked this attempt 🙂
November 23, 2013 11:54 pm|
Wowl That was a “deep” take on the prompt. And yes, I couldn’t agree with you more. Awareness about CP is very much needed in our society.
November 26, 2013 8:11 pm|
True, there is still so much of stigma attached to such illnesses in our society. Public awareness is much needed here! Thanks. Glad you liked it and welcome to this space, Sid 🙂
November 24, 2013 12:49 am|
Even I dint knew about CP. Thank you for sharing the knowledge through your writeup. 🙂
A serious and different take on the prompt indeed.
November 26, 2013 8:13 pm|
Glad you liked this piece of writing, Anmol. Thanks 🙂
November 24, 2013 8:32 am|
I love how you link a cause to your stories rather than pure meaningless fiction. that’s why I enjoy your posts so much. Another brilliant post.
November 26, 2013 8:23 pm|
Thank you so much Suzy. Appreciate your support 🙂
November 24, 2013 9:52 am|
such a sensitive post….and a very meaningful and informative one too…kudos.
November 26, 2013 8:24 pm|
Thanks S 🙂
November 24, 2013 10:05 am|
In few words you said something powerful. Awareness CP is a must needed in the society. And loved the way you did it.
November 26, 2013 8:25 pm|
Thank you Sheethal 🙂
November 24, 2013 12:47 pm|
That was such a sensitive piece Shilpa. It’s as hard for the care-giver as it is for the sufferer… That balance between pushing someone and yet not pushing them too hard.
November 27, 2013 4:03 pm|
Agree, that’s a tough balance to maintain and it is difficult for the care giver both emotionally as well as physically too! And of course the child is troubled too.
November 24, 2013 4:05 pm|
great
i love your blog a lot.
November 27, 2013 4:06 pm|
Thks 🙂
November 24, 2013 7:52 pm|
So sensitive and beautiful.
November 27, 2013 4:07 pm|
Thnks Sugandha 🙂
November 24, 2013 8:11 pm|
Beautifully written. It’s just amazing how parents get the strength. ..Both mental and physical to support each and every activity of the child…hats off to them.
November 27, 2013 11:07 pm|
I have seen a family from close quarters and believe me it needs truck loads of patience and determination when handling such special kids! Really hats off to them!
November 24, 2013 9:11 pm|
Such a positive beautiful post!
very nice 🙂
November 27, 2013 11:08 pm|
Thank you Kajal 🙂
November 24, 2013 10:06 pm|
Very well written. People should be aware of CP and be sympathetic.
November 27, 2013 11:09 pm|
We badly need CP awareness in our country!! Thank you SG.
November 25, 2013 3:58 am|
thanks for increasing awareness of CP through a sweet post. nice one.
November 27, 2013 11:10 pm|
Glad to do do my bit! 🙂
November 25, 2013 11:35 am|
Good post and great information of Cerebral palsy. I knew a lady whose daughter suffered from this condition.
November 27, 2013 11:10 pm|
Thanks Rachna!
November 25, 2013 12:09 pm|
Such a beautiful take on the prompt, and lovely usage of the same to highlight some information about Cerebral Palsy.
November 27, 2013 11:11 pm|
Thank you Jairam.
November 25, 2013 4:53 pm|
Awareness about conditions as this one is extremely important and you have done a good job, dear Shilpa.
Joy always,
Susan
November 27, 2013 11:11 pm|
Thks Susan Deborah.
November 25, 2013 6:51 pm|
I was finding it a bit difficult till I read CP’
November 27, 2013 11:12 pm|
🙂
November 25, 2013 7:21 pm|
A strong message put in the most subtle way. Good work, there.
November 27, 2013 11:12 pm|
Thanks Nisha 🙂
November 25, 2013 7:23 pm|
It would have been tough to understand the post without the intro part. Well written
November 27, 2013 11:14 pm|
🙂
November 26, 2013 5:11 am|
I loved the way you used your story to bring awareness for sufferers and caregivers. The world needs to understand and with your story you have provided a vehicle so that can happen. ♥
November 27, 2013 11:16 pm|
Thanks Kathy. Hope this helps in creating some awareness about CP.
November 26, 2013 7:29 am|
This post showed how little we know of the world and made me realise how much we crib for non-issues. The parents and the family need reservoirs of strength and patience.
November 27, 2013 11:16 pm|
I know, we must truly count our blessings!
November 26, 2013 9:31 am|
That was a wonderful one. Well thought.
November 27, 2013 11:17 pm|
Thank you Anil 🙂
November 26, 2013 10:28 am|
That touched my heart, Shilpa. Beautiful!
November 27, 2013 11:18 pm|
Thanks Vidya 🙂
November 26, 2013 7:00 pm|
I was not aware of CP earlier. This post was informative in that regard. *shudders at the huge list of specialists required*
Destination Infinity
November 27, 2013 11:19 pm|
The need of so many specialists depends upon the severity of the condition. But yes, some may need the services of all the specialists!
November 27, 2013 11:37 am|
The last line tugged my heart, Shilpa. The line oozes compassion/unconditional love.
Like the way you attempt these prompts with socially relevant topics. Truly a WOW post!
November 27, 2013 11:20 pm|
Thank you so much Asha 🙂
December 16, 2013 1:14 pm|
Lovely take on the prompt ! How tough it must be for the parents to keep their mental and physical strength intact and replenished always !
December 21, 2013 5:24 pm|
Oh yes, it is truly challenging!