Bedbugs

I wrote Bedbugs in 2015 after fighting my way back from nearly three years stuck in bed from overmedication. It was one of the first real days I felt alive again — babysitting my granddaughters, feeling hope, and realizing how much life I still had left to live. This story will always be special to…

No One’s Coming to Save You — And That’s When You Save Yourself

For over 20 years, I’ve battled health issues that touched every part of my life. I’ve stayed silent, fought hard, and learned what it means to rise even when no one’s clapping. This isn’t a sob story—it’s a reminder that strength comes from within, and self-pity isn’t a home you should live in. I haven’t…

Another Day, Another Story: Why I Refuse to Let My Health Define Me

Living with chronic illness isn’t easy, but it’s not the end of the story either. In this heartfelt post, I share my personal journey through decades of health battles, the lessons I’ve learned about gratitude and resilience, and why I refuse to let my medical struggles define me. Life is too precious to waste on…