So, the world has been crazy lately, and my own little bubble has been no exception. Death and illness in the family, and I found myself in the hospital for much of September – eventually needing major surgery… so so fun.

The path of recovery has been tough, to say the least. During my time in the hospital, I (my body) was literally more than decimated. Regaining my strength and stability in the wake of such a reality shaking experience – both physically and spiritually- has at times seemed impossible.

The reason I’m writing this, however, has little to do with the challenges of recovery except for contrast. Since my surgery, two main aspects of my life have been augmented.

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