Category: Life and Everything about it
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Thanks for the inspiration cuz
My cousin who lives in the United States sent me a FB messenger a few days ago, which prompted this post today. Let me first say that I am blessed to have such amazing family members scattered throughout North America. This particular cousin of mine, is truly one of my faves! Her and her husband…
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Medical update
As many of you already know, on May 27th, I underwent my sixth open-heart surgery in Halifax. Since birth, I have had a problem with aortic coarctation. This time, I had an aortic aneurysm. One of the things that made my experience different and even more difficult is that I now have children. There is…
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The night before the day of my surgery.
At noon today, when I was just about to leave for Halifax, I experienced the most emotional moment of my life, hugging my kids goodbye. Oufffff! I am crying just thinking about it. I love my kids so much. It is indeed, my sixth open heart surgey but, this one is a bit harder for…
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Positive week so far!
Tuesday and today were good days! The sun was shining and its been warm. I went for walks (4 kms yesterday and 3kms today). It feels good to have that sun shining in my face! Its getting closer and closer to my surgery. Next Monday will come quick. I read over all the instructions given…
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Today’s frequency has changed… for the good!
Here we go! Its the start of a new week. One before my open headt surgery. May 21st, Victoria day. It’s beautiful today. The sun is shining and there is a beautiful warm breeze. People are out on their bicycles. Some are out walking with their four legged friends. The birds are enjoying this calm…
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Don’t get me wrong…
Although I have many fears and anxieties as I prepare for this open heart surgery, I also know that I am strong and resilient. This blog is a place where I want to be as transparent as possible. From my rights to my wrongs, my flaws and my worries, to the positives, the victories and…
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Ten days before surgery
As I sit here, on this beautiful Saturday afternoon, I reflect on the last 46 ++ years if my life. The wrongs, the rights, the things I’ve learnt along the way. Its funny how, when push comes to shove, you feel the countdown of a life event like this one I’m about to experience and…
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Put your soul into it and let it speak
Your soul is the essence of who you are, the core of your being that speaks volumes without even saying a single word. It is the part of us that carries our deepest desires, our fears, and emotions, the part that connects us to the universe and to each other. When we put our soul…