Chronic pain disrupts your life. In fact, it takes it over. We don’t appreciate what we have until it’s gone. Here are some of the things I used to take for granted but not any more:
* Putting on my socks and shoes
* Tying my laces
* Using the bathroom without difficulty
* Driving long distances
* Genuflecting
* Taking no medication
* Sleeping with ease
* Working long hours
* Throwing myself carelessly onto a sofa
* Not having to look always around for the least uncomfortable chair
* Having a casual football game with my nephews and nieces
* Hill walking
* Planning a holiday
* Sleeping-in without discomfort
* Spending late nights watching tv or working or in the pub
* Sitting at a desk
* Not worrying every day about my future
Make sure to appreciate even the simple things, because you never know what tomorrow may bring.
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