Reflecting On Two Years

Today is December 16, 2023, which marks a little over two years since my scoliosis surgery. I am happy to say that scoliosis has not affected any part of my life this year.

After my visit with my surgeon on December 8th, he said that even if my tether breaks I won’t have to worry about my scoliosis for the rest of my life. Any pain I experience wouldn’t be scoliosis related as my back will probably sit at a 20 degree curve for the rest of my life.

It’s strange having this journey end though. My struggle with scoliosis has taken place over a course of 10 years, and now it’s an insignificant part of my life. It feels bittersweet that it’s over, as I am thankful for everything this process has taught me about independence, helping others, pain, and vulnerability. But I am happy that I can continue the rest of my life and open a new chapter right before college.

Basically, the message I am trying to send is that the journey will end, but it will still be a part of who you are. I attribute a massive character growth and perspective shift to my struggles throughout the years. If you met me for the first time, the only evidence of my scoliosis journey would be the scar on my torso.