Written by Ashley Voss on July 28, 2021
Ashley Voss shares her burn survivor story in Phoenix Society's Virtual Open Mic.
Hi my name is Ashley I'm 32 years old I am a burn survivor. August 11 will be my 1 year anniversary of my burn incident.
My burns happened when a cooking spray can exploded the bottom of the can separated from the can and threw grease and fire at me from the stove while I was cooking. I just put it down for a second when it happened. I heeled nicely but I panic a lot now, I can't cook without re imaging the situation and every popping sound or bang sound extra makes me jumpy and scared that it's happening all over again.
Virtual Open Mic is a chance to share your truth and find healing through stories. All submissions are published without editing. Write your story, share a video, or record a podcast.