The Christmas Party
So last night was my work Christmas Party. Every year we go Bare Foot Bowling and of late we have had a duke box to sing and dance too. I have been at my work place for nearly 9 years.
I was prepared for this one, a dress up - yes I dressed up. I have a quiet voice in a crowd and I know people struggle to hear what I say, so add to that noise from music, festivities - the night could have been a bit isolating even though I was among people I know very well.
I spent most of the night up dancing and singing as loudly as I could to old songs. The lyrics of songs giving me the opportunity to communicate on the same level as everyone else in an environment which I have always found difficult since my stroke. A loud and noisy place full of fast speaking by everyone. I still attended though and gave it my all till it was time for me to go home. I called it a night before many others but that's okay. I had myself a great night with my work colleagues and felt included with much laughter shared between some pretty awesome people.
It hasn't always been this way for Christmas since my stroke and loss of our baby many years ago.
Merry Christmas Everyone!