Evie's Awesomeness Goes Global: My Journey with PPMD Italy

Recently, I had the extraordinary privilege of speaking at the Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy (PPMD) Italy conference. Standing on that stage, surrounded by warmth, enthusiasm, and a deep sense of community, I experienced something profoundly moving: my words and Evie’s story-translated into Italian for the first time.

There’s something genuinely magical about seeing your work presented in another language. As I watched Evie’s image appear on the screen, framed by Italian words, my heart swelled. It felt as if a new chapter was unfolding,not just for me professionally, but personally, as Evie’s awesomeness reached across cultures and continents, touching hearts in a way that transcended language.

In preparing for the conference, I wondered whether the nuances of compassion and respect in healthcare communication, so central to my work, would resonate through translation. Would the humour land? Would the warmth translate? But as soon as I stood before the audience and began sharing, my doubts dissolved. It quickly became clear that the language of human connection, of love and respect, is universal.

Evie’s story, so powerful and central to my journey, echoed powerfully with the audience. Watching faces light up, seeing nods of recognition and tears of empathy, reminded me how stories unite us, no matter where we come from or which language we speak.

It was truly an honour to witness the heartfelt care that went into translating my work into Italian, carefully preserving its emotional authenticity and impact. The connection in the room was palpable, proving once again that human experience, vulnerability, and the love we carry for those closest to us need no translation.

As I reflect on this incredible experience with PPMD Italy, I feel immense gratitude. Gratitude for Evie’s story, gratitude for the human connections it fosters, and gratitude that, regardless of language barriers, our shared humanity always finds its way through.