Why I'm writing this blog

There’s a story I love about someone who falls into a ditch. People walk by, offering advice, but no one truly helps—until someone jumps in. “Why did you do that?” the person in the ditch asks. “Because I’ve been here before,” the other replies, “and I know the way out.”

That story has stuck with me because, in so many ways, I’ve been in that ditch. I’ve felt trapped by grief, trauma, uncertainty, and the weight of experiences I never imagined I’d have to navigate. I’m still climbing out, but one step at a time, I’m finding my way.

For a long time, I held onto my story, afraid to share it—maybe because I thought I had to have all the answers before I could speak. But healing isn’t about having everything figured out; it’s about taking steps forward, even when they’re small or messy.

This blog is my way of sharing those steps. It’s a space to be honest about what it’s like to climb out of trauma, medical PTSD, grief, and the unexpected turns life throws at us.

What You’ll Find Here:

I don’t have a perfect roadmap, but I do have experiences that might help someone else feel less alone. Here’s what I’ll be writing about:

✔️ Healing & Resilience – The raw, real process of moving forward.

✔️ Motherhood & Infertility – The struggles, the victories, and the in-between moments.

✔️ PTSD & Trauma Recovery – The unexpected triggers, the hard days, and the small wins.

✔️ Work & Life After a Setback – How I’m rebuilding after major career and life changes.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your own ditch, I hope this blog reminds you that you’re not alone—and that climbing out, one step at a time, is possible.

Let’s Climb Together

I’d love to hear from you! What’s a challenge you’ve faced and are working through? Drop a comment below or subscribe to follow along.

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