What is the first thought that crosses your mind when you see someone with a disability? Do you have someone close to you who lives with a disability or do you know someone who has a disability? Now let me disclose this, that I am married to someone who has been visually impaired (totally blind) for the past four and a half years. I live a happy life and we have been blessed with an adorable 3 year old daughter, her name is Serene. What made me marry someone with a disability? Let me start by saying that in my wildest dreams, I never imagined being married to someone with a disability.
Actually, in my immediate family, there is no one of that type nor did I grow up seeing someone like him. And so, the answer to this question is simple; LOVE is what made me get married. I found love in him. I found peace in him. I found a kind nature in him. I found warmth in him. And the greatest of all, is that he fears God, an element that I value very much. I see his disability. I focus on his strength and I can tell you that he is a man of greatness.
The biggest disability in life is having a negative attitude. It is difficult to help such a person; It’s hard to succeed with a negative attitude. You will agree with me that if you are short, you will need someone taller than you to reach something at a higher level, or you may have to climb on a ladder or stool to reach it. This is the same case for someone with a disability who will only need a helping hand to get what she needs and do what she wants once it is at hand. I have come to learn that each person is endowed with great inner potential.
My husband inspires my life. Sometimes I forget that he can’t see until society gives me a reminder. Aren’t there challenges we’ve faced as a family? Well, like any other married couple, I can tell you that we have faced many challenges together. However, we have learned to overcome our challenges and focus on our potential. God has been our strength. Through Him, we have come this far. Our secret strength has been to trust God.
