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Life on a Rollercoaster

Life on a Rollercoaster

Recovery Lesson #1: Everything takes longer than you think. Like this update, which I started last Thursday. Today was a pretty good picture of the past month– full of highs and lows. I woke up on a low, feeling the effects of the insomnia last night. (Stroke...
Not a Stroke of Luck

Not a Stroke of Luck

I’m still in shock. Days before my 40th birthday, the left side of my brain was damaged by a stroke. Doctors tell me the best way to heal my brain is to work it. So here I am. Since it happened, misery has compounded. A stomach ulcer caused severe pain, nausea...
My New Normal

My New Normal

What a difference a week makes! I cannot believe Carlie Hope is here. I’m completely in awe that I’m getting this chance at a better quality of life. So many people have given so generously to make this happen. I feel so humbled at my small faith....
A Rainbow Day, Out of the ER

A Rainbow Day, Out of the ER

I’m in shock. If I wasn’t so in shock, I’d be balling my eyes out (in a good way). Less than 24 hours after launching my Go Fund Me page, I’ve almost reached the amount I need to sign the contract tomorrow and take my dog home ($2,500)....
New Year, Big Announcement

New Year, Big Announcement

I have written in awhile for good reason(s). 1. It took me a lot longer to recover from my allergic reaction than I expected. (Life tip: throw out your pill holder if you used to keep a very potent allergen in crushed form in it. Duh.) 2. I chose to focus on the one...