The moment I realised I’d never see myself again

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3 ай бұрын

I’m ready to share things with you about my sight loss journey that I never have before. Some things have just been too painful to chat about online so I decided to write them down. This is your guide to turning loss and grief into happiness!! If you are struggling right now, you are not alone and you never will be!
Also, we are so close to my release date on the 28th of March.
Myself and my publisher are hosting a competition for you to win a Canon R50 - the follow up to the G7X, the camera I used when I first started my social media channels! So to be in with a chance to win, preorder my book and head over to the link in my bio
I hope whoever wins this camera finds their voice again with it, just like I did

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@matotato9110 3 ай бұрын

I’m sorry for that you had to go through that. I’m glad that you had time to heal

@GardensLadyBug 16 күн бұрын

You've shared whst you could, on your own time-line and what you have shared has been amazing.

@Screnshaw80 3 ай бұрын

Love you my girl. You are so much more stronger than you realize

@andreapeterson7554 3 ай бұрын

It had never occurred to me that when a person loses their sight, they also no longer can see their own face. I only thought of it in terms of looking out into the world. But looking into the mirror also goes away. You no longer can see that girl, that woman, who is your best friend, smiling back at you, crying with you, just being there for you. She's still there, but now you have to work to imagine her. I'm so sorry. Lucy, I've always been amazed by your upbeat attitude and enthusiasm in your videos, particularly the shorts. And now that you're able to share the really painful and vulnerable parts of your journey, it does not negate your positivity but only deepens it and makes it that much more meaningful and amazing. It comes from a place of deep hurt, grief, and acceptance of what is and not continually bemoaning what might have been. I wish you didn't have to go down this road, and yet, great blessings have come from it. Ah, yes, the irony of life. You have become a fierce and fearless advocate for others with vision loss, lobbying for changes to improve accessibility and resources. You are an educator for the rest of us, showing us what the world is like for someone without the advantage of sight. And you help us become aware of our sight-ableist actions and language. I'm not trying to lay all of this on your shoulders - you just seem like you have been willing to take on these challenges and lead the way. Where do I go to vote for you - for awards, etc.? 🥰❤️🥇🏆

@asecretcourtofcrowsandcloc4084 3 ай бұрын

There’s no set timeline for grief end what things you choose to share or not are both equally important and experiences to be proud of because every experience you’ve had and situation you’ve gone through contributes to the amazing person you are today.

@waffles3629 3 ай бұрын

Oof, that hit me. I'm not blind, but I'm chronically ill and disabled. Short of a medical miracle I will never be painfree ever again. I don't even remember what it's like. I've lost a lot and been shamed for it. Even blamed for it, as if I had a say in having an unheard-of reaction to a medication. It sucks.

@superkawaii792 3 ай бұрын

Big hugs to everyone out there living with a disability no matter how big/small 🫂❤ We aren’t broken we are just unique! ❤

@JACKIElovesBLUE 3 ай бұрын

I'm so incredibly sorry for what you lost but you turned it into something so beautiful. For that I'm so grateful for you and your journey!! Here's to your book doing amazing things!!

@jamifitz 3 ай бұрын

If there was ever a way to get me hooked and interested in a book it was that right there !! And congrats on letting go of what hurt you and allowing yourself to share with all of us the shining gem that you are !! ❤❤❤

@TheBlindMermaid 3 ай бұрын

I can't wait to read this. I commented this on Instagram but I randomly lost most of my eyesight sight at age 18. I have no vision in left very small tunnel in right. I understand how it is hard but your such a inspiration ❤

@megandmauiguidingpaws 3 ай бұрын

I can’t wait to get the audio book it’s nice to know that we aren’t alone and that when things like this happen we all grieve differently but we learn to be the best we can be and take courage from the others in our lives

@JonathanB138 3 ай бұрын

Omg gurl you are so beautiful and have a great sense of humor. I'm proud that you feel it is time to discuss those things.

@outoftheklosset 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing this.❤️ I can't wait to read your words, Lucy. Sending love and support to you and younger Lucy. I'm glad you aren't grieving as much anymore.💐

@lisca2866 3 ай бұрын

Congratulations!! You’re amazing ❤

@VictoriaBates-yf3xc 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing, can’t wait to read it

@dliles773 3 ай бұрын

So sorry for struggle.Glad you can tale your story now and enjoy life with Ollie

@hayleyrussell6601 3 ай бұрын

What an amazing milestone❤ congratulations xxx

@budgreenleaf315 3 ай бұрын

I just preordered, can’t wait.

@floopyboo 3 ай бұрын

Is it being released in large print? I've got mac degen and I stopped reading ages ago because it literally gives me a headache, but I'm really hoping that large print will make a difference. I'd really like to read your book, but I'm worried it's going to only be released in small print.

@escott696 3 ай бұрын

I'd assume it would be an audio book but hopefully she does a large print version for people who need it too (so hard to find them these days, have a friend who needs them!)

@nsr2750 3 ай бұрын

It's available in audio. I've already pre-ordered it.