For the past 6 months I've been going through a condition called "OCD", Osteochondritis Dissecans. Thankfully, I have 8 more weeks to go! They (aka. Google) say it's a pretty rare condition where there is not enough blood flow to the affected area, in my case the ankle. From the beginning (February, the month I slipped on ice) to the last day of physical therapy, I know that this is a story to be told. It's been quite a journey that is intwine with Joy, Frustration & Strength. So, this is written in three parts.
To describe a moment in our lives comes with multiple words to choose from for instance, happiness and joy. If I were to chose just one to help describe any moment in time, I chose joy. Why? Joy is a word that exams ourselves and make us realize what is rooted deep within us. Joy is the feeling that lingers after us when we find contentment with certain ideas, situations, celebrations and trials*. The meaning of this word means (yes, a meaning to a meaning) joy is only found when we have endured through the circumstance no matter how resultful it has become. On the other hand, happiness is something that is seemly momentary. Happiness is based on external factor beyond oneself and act upon others. This noun is only experienced when those certain factors circle backs. Again, joy can be found in any moment in time*. * means relationship between each phrase.
The word " Joy" holds something unique in my heart. It describes my faith and my personality. Going back to February when I slipped on ice and was on crutches for 3 weeks, I wrote
"I can't wait to see what God is teaching and showing me through this experience. Even though its a huge set back, there's always something positive that comes out through His ways".
I personally felt at peace and at ease with my injury. I was not worried (well for the most part) but excited for this journey. I was filled with joy to see the road that God has given me. As I continue to go on this journey, I have witness the heart of many. Their sincerity and their willingness to help shines brightly through their flesh. Their hearts beam with smiles and tragedy as words are exchanged between us. To listened their stories and those moments makes this ride a one worth jumping on. Knowing this experience of "OCD" brought so much joy through the acceptances of these event was truly something I've grown to learn. As tragic as this event and many more to come, I want to live a life where every moment is a moment to experience the everlasting deep and abiding joy that comes from the overwhelming contentment that is found internally.
With Joy and Peace ,
Katie L.
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