I’ve been away from social media for several months. This community matters to me and I’m grateful for each of you, which is why I want to take a few moments to fill you in on what has happened and where things stand today.
In early June of 2021, my 82 year old mother fell and sustained a traumatic brain injury. In the blink of an eye, life changed. As a family, we were blindsided and faced a steep learning curve regarding the brain, memory and how best to care for our mom. I quickly made the decision to let go of the remainder of my dye season and put my business on the back burner so that I could help care for my mom.
Today, two years since her fall, our mom is doing fairly well, which is all the more reason to celebrate the silver linings; for example, she and I go out for beautiful drives, and each time we see our home town as if for the first time. She shares stories about her childhood which are all new to me and they help me appreciate her even more. My mom’s daily walk is an inspiring lesson in strength, perseverance and determination. Best of all, each day holds laughter and gratitude.
I’m writing this in September of 2023 and winter will soon be here. Winter will give me space to ask the big questions about what can be next and listen for some answers. While I don’t have a clear picture of how exactly I’m moving forward, know that I’m figuring it out and when I have more to share, you’ll be among the first to hear. Until then, know that I remain grateful for your support, love and compassion.