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Selfportrait, 2006
Two years after the accident, i still felt so much pain that i wanted to rip out my spinal cord and start over. Doctors were telling me i needed spinal-fusion surgery – something i’ve managed to resist so far. The idea terrified me – still does.
Now you know what this portrait is about.
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powerful statement…
it is more than time that our so called experts and specialists find a pain treatment that will truly help people…
I understand your fear and share it…
I only just hope that all will be fine as much as it can !
my best, francis.
Thanks, A&I. Pain treatment is in the dark-ages. I’m fortunate enough to live with a Massage Therapist who is in school for things like Acupressure, etc. I’m his guinea pig and in return i get free treatment. It has helped more than any of the pain pills i’ve taken over the years. Also, things like yoga help too.
– Selkie
wow…powerful and this is a beautiful shot…gorgeous tones, shadow, and colors.
Thank you very much, G-Man xo
– Selkie
wow – such a powerful image and with the explanation too, ……well XXX
Becca
Thanks, Becca :)xoxox
– Selkie
I know what you mean about pain 3 and a half years after my accident I still hurt, to point of not painting days on end, sometimes weeks, have forced myself to paint almost daily up to 18 hrs arg pain has always been an old campanion
It’s what inspires me half the time, the other half i feel i can’t even think let alone create anything. I force myself as well, though. It’s been 5 years for me. Taking it day by day is all one can do – and keep working, keep creating. Viva :)
– Selkie
The image is so real, brave & yes Powerful!! I hope that your healing is progressing quickly & pain free!!! My oldest son was in an accident here in PHX, AZ, USA, February of this year, And is currently going thru extensive Rehabilitation!!! My son has learned not to take things for granted, like we all do at times, By a miracle you both survived, and for a very good reason!! Your Art is beautiful!!!, My son is a musician, you both will Heal , yes…..a long Journey, but he refuses to let it get him down into a dark place!!! Take Care Selkie, and may the Higher Spirits, watch over you, and guide you!!!! Sincerely, SYL
I’m sorry to hear about your son – but yes it does teach a person not to take life for granted. Makes you live more bravely, and gets you in touch with your own empathy.
Bless you too, Sylvia, and thanks so much for the lovely words :)
– Selkie
WOW Selkie…I am speechless. You are a strong woman. xx
Thank you, Ms. E :). You’re a strong chica too.
– Selkie
ok as soon as I saw this …………. I knew it was YOURS……….This is sooooooooooo amazingly POWERFUL…..Love the rawness, and the truth here…………….Just LOVE your soul girl! xx
Lol, i guess i do have a certain in-your-face grotesqueness to my work eh?
Thank you very much, Jacqi. xoxoxoxo
– Selkie
This is so powerful and incredibly well done.
Thank you, Cass darlin’. xoxoxoxo
– Selkie
Just beautiful, strong work. Great idea and working out.
Thank you very much, anna!
– Selkie
powerful and full of tenderness, beautifully done
Thank you, click :)
– Selkie