A Work of Art A Work of Art by Edward Fischer A Leper in Fiji followed the leading of his twisted hands. He became an internationally known Artist. If it had not been for my sickness, none of these things would have happened. As a young girl, Jessamyn West had tuberculosis. She noted, however, that this illness narrowed her activities in such a way that she had time for the real work of her life, which was writing.
Some people succeed in spite of handicaps.
Others succeed because of them. Those who suffer often learn the value of compassion. Those who struggle often learn perseverance. And those who fall down often teach others how to rise again. Our troubles can shape us in ways a care-free existence cannot.