Now, is this a post to toot my own horn? Well, yes! It is; because, I am pretty amazing!
Ok, I am not really conceited; but, I have one amazing life. In an incredibly brief synopsis, I was a wild child when I younger. I have always lived life on my own terms. I was married, had a child and was in and out of the army before I was 21. I’ve had over 25 addresses since my 18th birthday. Then at 36, life played a cruel joke and I was diagnosed with a rare condition that is actually an undetected birth condition.
So, what is it that keeps me so calm in the midst of chaos? Acceptance of who I am.
I Am Not Defined by my: I Am:
Diagnosis Compassion for those who suffer
Job/Occupation Equal partner without a salary
Pain Sharing what talents I have
I Am Not Defined by my: I Am:
Medical Record Spreading knowledge
Fatigue Living out Loud, even from a sickbed
Procedures a Smiling face to those working on my body
I Am Not Defined by my: I Am:
Marital status Blessed to feel loveI Am Not Defined by my: I Am:
Children Shaping a life
Possessions Graced to have what I need
Friends Sharing my widsom
Poetry Creating art
Photos Spreading a vision
I Am Not Defined by my: I Am:
Health Determined to find happiness
Bad Days Faith that tomorrow will be better
Relationships the Love I share
I Am Not Defined by my: I Am:
Internet Profile Empathy for my fellow members
Words of Advice Living what I speak
Capabilities Beauty in every form
I Am Not Defined by my: I Am:
Body Grace in the flesh
Mistakes Joy in learning
Fears Amazed by Life
I could probably continue this list for days and days. I love reminding myself of what I can do, instead of saying what I can’t. I love telling me about my talents, instead of focusing on my imperfections. I would love to hear how you downgrade yourself and what you are going to replace it with.
Quote of the Moment: Everyone of us needs to show how much we care for each other and, in the process, care for ourselves. ~Princess Diana
