Hi! It’s me again! Sometimes, it still takes getting kicked in the rear, before I’m willing to take action.

And as you can see, it’s been a while, a long while. This is long overdue, as always. And just like last time, someone mentioned to a group of people that I have a way with words and even created a blog… so yeah. Whatever it takes, I suppose.

I actually wrote an entire blog post a week ago, but I didn’t publish it. You see, I like to tell stories, in a way that will shape your perception of me.. display the image I think you want to see. However, my Higher Power always has a different story to tell. I believe my purpose is to shine His light. So every time I come up with a new entry, I wait to write or publish it. And I pray, and I ask God to inspire me and tell the story He wants me to tell.

Before giving you an update on my Lyrica journey, I’d like to express some gratitude for some things that have happened over the last year and a half. Here are some of the blessings that stand out…

I’m grateful for…

• a new job, a career opening the door to a bright future.

• the ability to love myself and grow in ways I never knew were possible.

• being able to run my first mile, since having hip surgery in 2012.

• getting engaged, married, and becoming a bonus mom.

• having a wonderful family, that’s become closer than ever.

• becoming a homeowner.

• finally making progress in the area of balance and time management.

• building meaningful relationships with coworkers.

• driving a new car.

• rekindling relationships.

• time off work to rest and work on myself.

• finding appreciation and joy in the little things.

Honestly, I could go on and on with how blessed I am and how much gratitude I have.

But hold on…

There’s more to this story.

What if I told you this gratitude list was more than just an ordinary gratitude list.. What if I told you this was a list of silver linings for my burdens, my blessings in disguise?

Stay tuned for the rest of the story.

Until next time…

Hugs and love 💕

Chelsea

09.23.20