User blog comment:Diathe13/who did it have to be me?/@comment-38091275-20191022153325

Dear Dia,

First things first, don't think of Dyslexia as a bad thing. Because it isn't. It creates some challenges, but guess what? You're still smart - and you had to work harder to learn to read. That takes a lot of patience. No matter what, you'll never be "dumb" - you aren't, and nothing will change that, whether it be being homeschooled, Dyslexic, 14 in 7th grade (Two of my best friends turned 14 in the middle of 7th grade last year. one of them has Dyslexia, and guess what? she's one of the strongest students I know). You just struggle in some things. You were born Dyslexic, and always will be, but it won't hinder your ability to keep learning and finding new strengths.

Your dad didn't lose his job because of you. You didn't choose to have eyes that needed surgery (and I know that surgery sucks. LC sometime?). You didn't choose to have certain challenges in your life. But you don't need everything to be perfect to still be an awesome person.

I know this is tough. And you might feel "needy" or "selfish", but you aren't. You're being human. You got this.

Whatever you decide is best for you, I'll support your decision. Your health comes first. *virtual hugs*