This is Ron with your Motivational Message:
It’s hard to believe that I’m approaching the 32nd anniversary of my accident. On March 18th, 1980, I lay in a hospital bed paralyzed at the age of 18. I had no idea what the future held for me; what each new day would bring. There was always a different face that I would see as the nurses rotated through their shifts. I recall the overwhelming feeling of helplessness as I lay there. The only solace I had came from the time I could spend with my parents and the Lord. Each day was filled with medical challenges: surgeries, stomach ulcers, bed sores. I was facing months in intensive care and really had no clue how any of it would turn out. My mother, Theresa, and father, Ron, Sr., gave me hope and courage which saw me through those months. I’ll be forever grateful to both of them for the love and support that they gave me. As I look back, it’s amazing that, as a family, we were able to survive such a trauma. With strong will, love, and faith, I guess you can make it through nearly anything!
Today I am still paralyzed from the neck down and I am experiencing many, many new challenges. I am quickly approaching the “big 5-0.” I realize now how easy it is to get stuck in the moment. It can be difficult to see beyond the struggle and how we will overcome it. I don’t truly know what the future holds for any of us, but as I get ready to mark the 32 years of my paralysis, I know that if we keep our faith, God will see us through our hardest times. Even in the darkest moments, a ray of hope will shine through and show us the way. Let us continue to move forward, encouraging each other so when we look back on our hardships we can say, “I’m glad we made it.”
Most of you know that after being released from the hospital, I eventually learned to write with my mouth and went to college. I graduated with a Masters Degree and became a motivational speaker, an author and an artist. Yet, I consider my most valuable blessing becoming a husband and father. I thank Jesus for the positive things that I’ve had the privilege to experience. May you be reminded as you reflect back on your life, that circumstances can and will change. If your day is dark and cloudy, you can be certain that it can only get brighter. If you have sunshine in your soul, you can share your light with someone who needs some warmth in theirs. Let the sunshine in!
Please keep praying for my family and myself as we deal with these tougher times. Your prayers are always appreciated! I hope that your cup runs over with joy today as you think about the sweetness that has come from your past struggles.
To your inspiration,
Ron
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thanks for this amazing post.
It’s always great to know that there will better days.
you are a great inspiration to me.
thanks a bunch and God bless x