J Word Jerky

My Functional Movement Disorder
Turned me into a performer.

My body becomes jerky,
And I move quirky.

My arms  move spasmodic,
Onlookers may think I am neurotic.

But I am not foolish or silly,
This disorder will not kill me.

So if you see my jerks,
Know they are now my quirks.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Allison Avatar
July 7, 2023 at 9:33 AM
aww Catherine , folk are so quick to judge, good for you for speaking out about your condition! hugs Jan xx
Cassell Avatar
July 7, 2023 at 9:37 AM
I have learned to laugh at it. I call it my funky neurotic dance.
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