A written word is the choicest of relics. It is the work of art nearest to life. And not only to be read but actually carved out of breath itself. The symbol of an ancient man's thought becomes a modern man's speech. -Henry David Thoreau I stumbled on this quote in a Thoreau documentary. Insightful… Continue reading Writer’s Inspiration
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Living Through Layers: My Journey with Hidradenitis Suppurativa After Cancer, Covid, and More
The author reflects on their difficult health journey from 2020 to 2025, marked by diagnoses including diabetes, COVID-19, and breast cancer. Following grief and physical challenges, they also confront Hidradenitis Suppurativa, an incurable autoimmune disease. Despite struggles, they emphasize resilience, self-compassion, and the importance of community support through chronic illness.
The Magic of Ordinary Days
I've been in nesting mode. I get this way every year as Indian summer ebbs into fall. My thoughts meander. Maybe my real happy ending is falling in love with the simplest parts of life - savoring that first sip of morning decaf, losing myself in the stillness of an October sunrise, or smelling freshly… Continue reading The Magic of Ordinary Days
Our Humble Road 