Time to Slow Down
| From the time that we can stand We want to walk, run and jump Each little step is a step of faith because we can slip we can fall |
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| We seldom, if ever, think about Whether our ankle is strong enough to hold us when engaging in sports activities when running to catch a train when crossing the finish line |
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| My psychology lecturer labelled me as a ‘Russian’ Because I was always ‘rushing’ I was certainly on the ‘fast-lane’I think fast I talk fast I move fast I walk fast |
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| All these came to a stop When I had a fall and fractured my ankle. I went from being a ‘hare’ to a ‘tortoise’. It was a time to slow down. It was a time to reminisce the beautiful places I have visited. |
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| I praise God that I am fearfully and wonderfully made! I am amazed at the wonder of the human body It functions like clockwork, with every part fulfilling its purpose. I have since come to really appreciate the work my ankle does It helps me move freely It pumps blood and fluid upwards It prevents my foot from swelling |
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| I can’t wait to get my ankle in top form again. In the meantime, the ‘Crutch Twins’ will help me move around While Mr Ankle Guard will keep my ankle intact I will slow down and enjoy the miracle of life that each day brings. |
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| By Celine Teh |