The theme of the Nystagmus Network virtual Open Day 2020 was the phrase ‘Nothing will stop us!”
That’s because we believe that nystagmus needn’t stop you from doing (almost) anything you want to do.
We asked you what nystagmus doesn’t stop you doing.
Here are just some of your stories.
Sea cadet
Nystagmus doesn’t stop me … being a Sea Cadet. As a cadet I do so much and have earned my STEM badge. I’ve won a swimming competition and the piping competition, where I had to learn how to play a boatswain call. I love being a cadet as it allows me to do so much.
I find it hard to do cadets with nystagmus but I keep trying and everyone helps me and I do everything that everyone else does. I even get to go out in the rowing boats.
Getting out on the water
Nystagmus doesn’t stop me or my son from getting out on the water. We both have nystagmus and had cataracts removed as babies.
Jumping in puddles
Nystagmus doesn’t stop me … jumping in puddles and having so much fun.
Nystagmus doesn’t stop me … exploring new things and making amazing memories.
Nystagmus won’t stop me … doing the things I love.
Dancing
Running
Nystagmus doesn’t stop me … running, playing and jumping like all my friends.
Drawing
Scoring goals and writing poems
Being a nurse
Creating art
I have nystagmus and I really wanted to demonstrate how valued and important people with nystagmus are through my art.
Travelling all over the world
Taking amazing photos
