by Ricky | Aug 26, 2015 | Duchenne
As one of the oldest living individuals diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, I’m called an inspiration, practically on a daily basis, but the truth remains. Everyone who fights this disease encourages and motivates me to continue, despite the odds. Children...
by Ricky | Aug 17, 2015 | Letter Box
Dear Future Wife, There are places in my heart that are yours alone. In them I linger, thinking of you. As you plunge your quivering lips into mine, I gasp for my final breath in the softness of your mouth with teardrops in our kiss. Closing my eyes to this...
by Ricky | Aug 14, 2015 | Romance, or Lack Thereof
Sometimes I wonder why it’s so impossible to let go of my non-memories of romance. I can’t seem to bear the thought of losing the items of imagination that existed none. I suppose it’s just the consequences of life when you’re imprisoned within your own body. I...
by Ricky | Aug 8, 2015 | This is My Life
Are you excited about life? I suppose with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, there technically isn’t much to look forward to, especially when you get to a certain age. Though stability exists, there are still times when you awake without knowing what to expect in terms...
by Ricky | Aug 5, 2015 | Prose
As someone with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, the world expects me to be an “inspiration”. However, I’m nothing admirable. I’m just a man in a wheelchair, a sinner saved by grace. 2 Samuel 7:18: “Then went king David in, and sat before the Lord, and he said, Who am...
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