Welcome to the chronicles of life

In life we are given challenges, some good, some not so good. All leave us with something at the end, even if we do not always recognize it immediately. My journey through life has been no different. It has been filled with trials and tribulations, joy and sadness.  All and all, even through all the pain, I know I am truly blessed. And for this I am grateful.

I decided to write this blog after much prodding from others (well a few specific people) who know my story. One of the objectives of this blog is to heal myself through my words.  Maybe my words will help others or others can help me.  I am willing to let the chapters/blogs unfold naturally without filters. You can be the judge of how they make you feel.

I do know that my writings will make me vulnerable in ways - sometimes they will be raw and gritty, other times I hope my humor will filter in and you can see the less serious side of me. But all will be authentic. 

Without going into great detail at this point, let me give a little background. The last few years have been a rollercoaster and I hate rollercoasters. It has been filled with endless doctors appointments, blood draws, special tests and lots of long hours of not knowing. There have been diagnosis' of many things, changes in lifestyles and in the end it comes down to a body broken.  It is only now that I feel I am starting to rise from the fog that I have been sinking further into. It is only now, that I feel I am truly ready to write. 

Whether you choose to come along for the ride is totally up to you. This is my journey....