Tag: isolation

Invisible Pain, Invisible Walls: Chronic Illness and Isolation

Person sits with their back to a chair beside a brick wall

It’s an early summer evening, and it’s warm out. We’re waiting to be seated, and someone says, “Let’s sit out here. It’s beautiful this evening.”  My friend turns to me. “Will that be ok?”  I can feel everyone’s eyes on me as I quickly scan my options. Outside, there are long, high tables with backless […]