I have had “low vision” my entire life, but tried to hide it the best that I could. I was self-conscious and shy, became anxious in my 20s, but still wanted to do all the activities that I loved. I missed people waving at me, facial expressions, tripped and ran into things, and even climbed into the wrong Uber a few times. But none of that convinced me to be honest with myself and the people around me about my low vision.
I think it took losing nearly all my vision to finally come to terms with my reality. I have never been more honest or more vulnerable than I have been during these past few months – and let me tell you… it’s refreshing! I have grown closer to people that I’ve known for years because I have finally let them get to know the real me – the determined, fearless, faithful woman that has been hiding inside of a timid shell for 32 years.
I have not yet conquered life without eyesight or become 100% confident, but I know I am becoming the person God created me to be, and I cannot wait to see what He has planned for my life, especially now that I am finally ready to listen.
Insightfully,
Taylor