Thursday, March 5, 2009

My Favorite Memory

Madeline had a ton of homework and tests to study for tonight. Nothing new for a Thursday. But tonight she had to write a report on her "Favorite Memory". I asked her if she had decided on a topic thinking it would be when she won her crown, went to Disney, a favorite birthday, but she surprised me. She decided her favorite memory would be finding out she had her disease.

Okay, I know what you are thinking - the same thing I was...that doesn't make sense. I guess she just needed to write about it, which is fine. I thought I'd type it and save it for one day she may want to look back and have a little chuckle, or better yet a happy memory. But I also thought I share it with you. Now keep in mind she is only in 4th grade. Enjoy!

My Favorite Memory

My favorite memory was when I got my disease. My disease gives me a rash. The rash itches. The rash is usually on my fingers, chest, face, ears, knees, and elbows. My medicine makes my legs hurt. They itch and burn and it hurts to stand. My medicine also makes me tired.

On the way to the doctor, we take a trip. I got to see my doctor in Texas every three months. He makes me laugh because of how tall he is and how he wears a bow tie. On every trip both of my parents come, no matter if they have a lot of work or a meeting the next day. They’re always there for me.

When I found out about my disease, I was sad. My mom was sad, and I saw a tear roll down her eye. I never knew that I, Madeline Elizabeth Ducote, would have a disease. I was shocked. It was a sad, awful, rainy day as we drove home.

In conclusion, it was the saddest day of my life, but the best day because I found out what was wrong with me in and out of my body. Now, I take medicine to help me get better. And I will NOT be in a wheelchair.

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