City: Kansas City

Brain Injury: Domestic violence while driving my car. I was beaten in the head – driving 40 mph on Easter Sunday

Explanation of Mask: On Sunday, while driving 40 mph, my ex-boyfriend and I were arguing. He punched me in my right temple several times, causing us to roll twice at 70mph. He ran away, leaving me alone upside down.  I went on disability and am now a retired nurse. It’s hard to live alone and I live at poverty level. My family still has a hard time accepting the new me. At the time of my injury, I felt alone, scared, confused, angry. Like someone stole me! Now, I am still scared, alone, sometimes strong, and more accepting. I’m just one of many who have an invisible disability that affects all aspects of my life. I would like to change society’s acceptance.