Summertime Sadness

Image Description: A selfie photo taken in 0.5 from the top of Kae in her black bikini, sitting on her condo balcony with a bowl of cherries and a book titled, 'The Wisdom of Your Body’ by Hillary L. McBride, resting on her lap with the golden hour shining on her.

Been hearing a lot of comments like “I’m noticing you’re going out a lot more now that you have your wheelchair. Nice! Good for you.” And while they probably don’t mean harm by it, it does come off somewhat patronizing. The truth is, it’s about the same but because it’s summertime, It might be more than usual. There are simply a lot more things happening within the city and the weather makes it easier to get around but also—isn’t everyone else doing the same and taking advantage of the warm, beautiful weather?

We have to remember social media is a glimpse into our lives and is almost never posted in real time. At least for me, I don’t post everything I do or feel at the exact moment it’s happening except for right now, I’m feeling the summertime sadness starting to creep in. When it gets cold, it’s extremely unpleasant to go outside, and a wheelchair simply can’t get me through the difficulties a harsh winter brings. It’s the reality for a lot of us.

Until then, I’ll try to subdue my anxiety and enjoy the remaining warmth summer has to offer. 

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