Sometimes fear keeps us from something that we feel so strongly about doing. For me, it’s this blog.

In September of 2000, I suffered multiple strokes. My brain took a hit to the verbal center. In both speaking and writing I have “hiccups”. I have more problems with the writing. Just so you know, spell and grammar checks don’t catch all the mistakes. It is hard being an Educator with a Master’s Degree, but still struggling to write and form correct sentences.

But I’m choosing to fight the fear. Can I change or fix the damage to my brain? No, I can’t do that. But what I can do is try my best and surround myself with people that believe in me; ones that bridge the gap for me in writing this blog. The fear was all about me. I came to realize that this blog is all about YOU. If one person can find comfort, strength, relief, hope, or love in my words, then it’s worth the fight. I am fighting for you and I believe in you.

Hang on, treasure each and every day. Wake up each morning and tell yourself it is going to be a good day, may not be a great day, but a good day.

I’ll make you a deal…I’ll keep fighting my fear, if you’ll keep fighting yours. I’ve got my sword. Now pick yours up and let’s do this together.