Sunday, December 16th, 2018
I am set for surgery in a month, and am so very grateful. I still have some apprehension, but I am going through surgery after all. I just keep the end goal in mind, and remind myself that I can do this. I appreciate all the love and support from everyone-it makes a big difference.
I don’t know what it is about the holidays that brings out the most joyous of times, and some of the most difficult times. This dichotomy relates to the Jesus story, I think. This baby sent to earth, will grow up to give his life. Regardless of religion, I think this story can relay to us the importance of continuing to love, trust, and persevere when the future is both known and unknown. That’s what I’m going through right now. I don’t know what my future will look like 30 years ahead after this surgery, but I will choose to love, trust, and persevere.
I have my family, friends, and faith that I cling to. The times I don’t believe in myself, my tribe is there to remind me- I am stronger than I realize.
While I await my journey, I’m enjoying the holidays with my family. Christmas movies, decorating the tree, making gifts, and hopefully this will be my last year in a motorized scooter at Zoolights.
Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas, and a Happy Holiday!
