Despite my downfalls, I remain hopeful.

I thought often after getting struck by that SUV last year that I wished I didn't make it. But as I got better and was able to leave the house, and see friends, it got easier to handle. I rarely think that way anymore. My pain will be with me for a very long time. Maybe lifelong, but I pray I will have the grace to handle it and an open heart to help others from it. Thanks to the people who have supported me over the past 13 months or so. I know I've made great strides, but I still could really use your help and encouragement. It's what helps me through the painful days. In the last week alone I have had 9 back spasms, lasting between 5 and 40 minutes each, almost consistent crippling pain in my leg from the neuropathy & suffered another concussion last weekend. It's difficult but I know I wasn't given more than I can handle. What I've learned is life is short & pain is real so it's massively important to love, help others & live a life you can be proud of.