Author's Note: I wrote this about my scoliosis. It's been on my mind lately and is distracting me and I thought this piece was the perfect way to express that.
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Dear
Curve,
Why do you have to exist? What is your excuse? You
know, you really do cause a lot of problems for people. I am distracted by you.
Every day, 90 percent of the time you are a lingering thought in my mind. The
dumb curvature you are, sparking questions, I ask myself “What if I need
surgery like poor Isabelle?” or “Are those uncomfortable sharp
pains I experience caused by you?” . Other times I even ask “Can something be neurologically wrong with me?”. I will get of rid of you. You’ll be leaving my
back in no time. Hopefully. Until my doctor’s appointment, please don’t
cause me pain. You’re just another bump in the road. Literally.
Sincerely,
Very annoyed teenager
Dear "Very Annoyed
Teenager",
I’m sorry I am complicating things. An arced spine can’t be that
bad. Right? Just hang on. Your Doctor will find a way to rid me off. Unfortunately
for me, doctors always do. As much as I like being scoliosis, I know we
must part ways. For your well being, I will leave. Your doctor will make you
get x-rays for a few more years just to make sure I am gone. I will try to
leave, but nothing is promised or guaranteed.
Sincerely,
Your Agitating Curve
This is super awesome and creative. I thought it was really neat that you wrote a letter to each other, don't worry. It will get better! :D
ReplyDeleteThanks :) And, I know it will. It's just scary.
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