Hi, I am Noelle Ford and when I was born I only weighed 1 pound 9 ounces. I live every day with Cerebral Palsy. Cerebral Palsy is caused by a non-progressive brain injury. I am almost 18 years old.
The worst thing about having Cerebral Palsy for me is having to use assistive devices to help me walk. I wish I could walk like a normal person. Another thing that I hate about having Cerebral Palsy is when I am out in public people will stare at me. I wonder when people stare at me what they think about me, like what’s wrong with you? Why do I use a walker to help me walk?
The best thing about having Cerebral Palsy for me is that I am so positive and such a happy person. Another best thing about having Cerebral Palsy for me is that I have very strong faith in God. My faith in God is very strong because I was not supposed to be alive and now I am here today. Thanks to God!!!
In conclusion, living with Cerebral Palsy there is an every day battle that I have to fight. Over the years I have learned to fight some of the every day battles to their death!! I think there are more advantages than disadvantages to living with Cerebral Palsy