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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.

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Jan Allison

Date: 7/7/2023 9:33:00 AM

aww Catherine , folk are so quick to judge, good for you for speaking out about your condition! hugs Jan xx

Rev. Catherine Cassell
Date: 7/7/2023 9:37:00 AM

I have learned to laugh at it. I call it my funky neurotic dance.