Tag: Max Shadow

Thirteen Years to Tomorrow – A Poem

I find myself here every year, standing by the same pool of water wondering what the new cycle will bring. It’s been an honour to watch myself grow into who I am, the reflection of me rippled by the water. There was a part… Continue Reading “Thirteen Years to Tomorrow – A Poem”

Remembering You – A Poem

When we first met, I knew that you were the only possible reason For the lack of control over my body which had become a vessel that I no longer knew or understood. Listening to the doctor’s voice, telling me gently that what lived… Continue Reading “Remembering You – A Poem”

Happy Birthday Max Shadow!

I was diagnosed with Relapse and Remitting Multiple Sclerosis nine years ago today. I thought about what I wanted to write to honour today and the following letter to my multiple sclerosis is what came out. I hope you enjoy it. I published this… Continue Reading “Happy Birthday Max Shadow!”

Claiming my Shadow Self – On Writing Disabled

Years ago, a friend of mine asked me if I would ever write a novel with a character who had Multiple sclerosis. I gave him a definitive no. When he asked me why not and pointed out that people would want to read a… Continue Reading “Claiming my Shadow Self – On Writing Disabled”