The sheet breaks loose from the gurney and the plastic mattress lurches up like a belch when I curl myself fetal. I struggle to position myself away from my body. To push my synapses away from muscle and bone and receptors and find solace in the quiet hush of a body without pain. But the agony lives in me.
How does one escape what hurts from the inside out? Continue Reading…
Alia
I read this post on the incourage website, and I was blown away by your writing! You drew me into your story immediately, and I was rooting for you to boldly stand up for yourself as I read through your account with less-than-compassionate doctors. Thank you for sharing your gifts!
Caroline
Thank you so much, Caroline. I’ve gotten much better care and am recovering well with just enough time to enjoy the rest of the summer with my kids.