When my family and I decided to take a cruise to Alaska, excitement was not the only emotion that climbed aboard. There was joy, of course. I pictured snowcapped mountains, enormous glaciers, peaceful waters, and scenery so beautiful that even my camera would struggle to capture it. Most of all, I imagined sharing those moments... Continue Reading →

Yesterday I celebrated an anniversary. There were no balloons.No cake.No fancy dinner reservation. But believe me, this anniversary was worth celebrating. I have gone one full year without a fall or a broken bone. For most people, that might not sound like something you put on the calendar. For me, it is HUGE. My poor... Continue Reading →

One of the first things I learned after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis was this simple statement: “If you know one person with multiple sclerosis, then you have met one person with multiple sclerosis.” At first, I didn’t fully understand what it meant. Now I do. Multiple sclerosis doesn’t follow a script. It doesn’t affect... Continue Reading →

When Life GiveGives You Trials

There are seasons in life when it feels like the waves don’t pause long enough for you to find your footing. One trial ends and before the dust even settles, another begins. You start to wonder if you’re being tested… or simply worn down. When life continues to give you trials, it can feel deeply... Continue Reading →

Your Not A Failure

Ever have one of those days, weeks, months where life keeps coming at you, and you never can catch a break. Some mornings, I wake up feeling like I’ve failed before I’ve even had my coffee. The to-do list is long, my energy is short, and my best intentions seem to have slipped out the... Continue Reading →

Clear & Present Danger

Okay, Not That Dramatic Do you ever have those days where you’re just on autopilot, drifting through the motions like a zombie on a coffee break? That was me the other day. I went to the bathroom to take my medication, caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror, and realized my hair looked like... Continue Reading →

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