I haven't been quite sure how to tell this part of the story. I am very convoluted in my feelings regarding it. There are so many facets to health and healthcare. And I have had the unique experience to view my situation from (sometimes) many sides. Patient, mother, nurse, nurse practitioner, research subject, patient, dying, … Continue reading The Dark Side →

I can't believe it. I am over 6 months post transplant. Things have been going pretty well. Home is wonderful. A soft bed and pillow. Familiar faces, places. Things are moving at a fast pace. Some days I just feel like I am trying to keep up. I am still regularly overwhelmed with my limitations, … Continue reading Heaven is a place on Earth →

That never has been broken by the wind. Our love, will last forever, If we're strong enough to bend. This song has been burnt into my mind for the last few weeks. As we wrapped up our time in Boston and headed back to Kentucky I was overcome by the fact that although I would … Continue reading There’s a tree out in the back yard… →

One of the biggest mental struggles I think anyone tries to cope with when they are struck with a life altering event is the "how's" and "why's." I know I ask myself that question and I'm not sure I will ever stop. "How did this happen to ME?" "Why did this happen to me??" It's … Continue reading The Reserves →