Disclaimer
Hold on...I feel like I should start with a disclaimer.
…like one that is fancy and legal and clearly states that this is my own unique story and please DO NOT think I consider myself an expert...in ANYTHING. This disclaimer should include something about not being responsible for anyone but myself because I have always secretly feared being arrested and going to prison. Like there could be some elaborate plot to frame me and plant evidence in my purse or the side panel of my car..I watch a lot of Dateline and 20/20.
Basically I am only responsible for me so keep your arms and legs inside the ride.
I hope that clears up any confusion.
Oh also…
I write like I am talking to a friend.
You will find TYPOs in my writing. I will try my best to be my own editor.. Details have never been my strong suit:) Please do not look for polished filtered perfection here. You won’t find it. You will find real life beauty and everyday mess.
Somehow though, in this beautiful, chaotic, gut wrenching, terrifying journey called LIFE, I continue to land on my feet. I don’t always know how it happens. Almost every time I have thought it was THE END.
My #ReasonsForWriting and making the decision to share are simple.
#1) It helps to remind myself that nothing has “done me in for good” (yet) so whatever is coming probably won’t either!
AND
B) Every time something has happened to me (the kind of thing that has caused me to GOOGLE my private thoughts of shame, failures and fears in the middle of the night) I have found some BRAVE BADASS woman has written a post or a blog about the very thing I was sure NO ONE else was “growing through”. Turns out I am not that unique after all AND that's a good thing at 3:00 am alone in the dark! I’m literally just trying to pay it forward plain and simple. If one person reads this blog, during daylight hours or the wee hours of the night, and comfort or inspiration is found, then I’ll consider it a deposit into the bank account of Badass Fearless Women from which I have taken MANY A WITHDRAWAL. Actually, I’m probably overdrawn.
I want to give you fair warning. There are lots of thoughts in this very busy ADHD mind of mine so you can expect to read about a variety of topics. I’m blessed to have two careers I love and a life long passion that has carried me through...well, everything.
I’m a Sign Language Interpreter in a large hospital in California. I am a fierce advocate when it comes to healthcare and communication access.
I am a small business owner. In 2013 I opened an online business which remains one of the smartest and scariest decisions I have ever made.
AND…
For the past twenty two years I have been a high school dance coach. A blessing bestowed upon me by my bestie of thirty years who runs the most amazing dance program in all the land.
Ok...time to wrap up.
It will sound cliche but I saved the best for last. I am a mother of two. My son is 11 and my daughter is 9. They are both HELLA COOL kids. I love being their mom. This picture was taken a few years ago but it’s one of my favs.
I grew up Catholic. I am daughter number two of four. My sisters are three of my best friends. I was married. I am now divorced. I co-parent with an awesome ex-husband who is a phenomenal father. and human.
I am in love with an amazing woman who loves my children and makes me laugh until I cry...or pee. I am often asked “SO are you Gay now?” More on this later...it’s complicated. However if you need me to check a box so you feel like you have an answer then, YES. That’s fine. HELLA GAY. Although, another disclaimer: If you are that concerned about it this might not be the place for you:) Love is Love.
I am a 90’s Hip Hop die hard and I quote movie lyrics on a daily basis.
Ok panic has set in that I have written too much. Did I mention I have anxiety and ADHD??
I think that covers it for now. I appreciate you reading this far. I hope you come back. I really do.
