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Friday, April 19, 2013

How I can relate to Oscar Pistorius


DISCLAMIER:  I am by no way saying that he is not guilty.  He may have done this horrendous killing.    The story is shocking and sad no matter how it happened.

How does an overweight, 36 year old, mother of 3 relate to an Olympic Athlete?  This summer, we watched the Olympics.  It was so good to watch Oscar Pistorius.  We talked to the kids about him.  If this guy can qualify for the Olympics, you can do anything!  He is inspiring. Look what he has overcome.

When I got fitted for my braces (before his arrest) and I was feeling so bad about my life.  Brett reminded me about what we had said to the kids.  I know the situation is different.  But I did think about it.  I can do this.  I can do anything. 

Then after his arrest, I was watching some news program laying out the events of the story.  In some interview, they said that he did not have his blades on at the time of the shooting.  And that he felt vulnerable.  That has stuck with me.  I know how he feels.  

Brett starts his travel season soon.  I have never liked it when he is gone.  I feel alone.  And  vulnerable.  And now more than ever.  I was trying to figure out a way to sleep with my legs on. I can barely walk without them.   I cannot get up quickly if something were to happen.  Sick kid.  Fire. Tornado.  Someone breaking into the house.  Maybe I should time myself and see how quickly I can put them on.  Maybe that would make me feel better.

 Maybe…..

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