Post by Knight on Feb 1, 2015 6:37:31 GMT -8
Soon, I hope I will find the time to make a video which addresses the issues that able-bodied people have with disabled people. I get harassed quite a bit online and in real life simply because I get around differently. My neighbors (all building residents are disabled or elderly) cheered when I walked down the hallway with a walker after my 3rd surgery, but when younger people see me using my wheelchair or a walker, I see pity, confusion, curiosity, and disgust in their expressions. I am sick and tired of people thinking I want pity, and I am appalled that some able-bodied people think I make my videos for attention! I make my videos for you guys & gals!
I wanted and still want to cover topics that other spinal cord injured people have not; things people are embarrassed to talk about. Yes, I have been called names and other things just for posting my videos, but those 2 or 3 people my video(s) have helped make it worth it.
Among all the negativity, among all the people who call me names, all the guys who see me as an object-- a thing to conquer, all the meanies and the unsavory people I have come across online and in real life-- among all of that, there are those 2 or 3 little stars in the darkness that keep me going, that say to me, "Thank you; you have helped me," or "Your videos are so helpful," and even the random, "You're beautiful! Keep it up!" are the reasons I keep making these videos. You guys are the reason I started this channel, and whenever I have had any problems-- technical difficulties, emotional barriers to overcome, distractions-- you guys have been here, so I will continue to be here for you!
I have a question for you now. Are there any specific topics you would like me to bring up or address in my next video? Do you have any suggestions or requests for the next video, or should I just put my ideas in a hat and choose that way when I can't decide?
See you on the other side of the screen soon!
