Introduction

     I could easily start this introduction with a Westerner's definition of my blog's title, "Wabi-Sabi," but I woudn't do it justice. What I do know is that life is a journey. It is not easy. It is not perfect. It is not fair. Wabi-Sabi, to me, means finding a way to find joy and wholeness not in spite of these things but because of them.
      My body is very sick. It has been for a long time now. I have found many ways to deal with my illnesses but I still find myself angry, hurt, and jealous at times. I rely on the "silver lining" of each moment to get though each day and I feel that I am becoming a stronger person every second. I also feel that strength is a characteristic which can be shared with the people around you.
     That is the reason I have decided to openly share my journey with you. I want to find happiness within a vortex of challenges and loss. I want to find calm within a world of chaos. Most importantly, I want to make a difference. My life is important because it intersects with other lives but I want to reach farther and multiply those connections. Maybe I can teach you something or maybe you have something to teach me.

This is my story and I make no promises. I could post my latest hospital horror story as easily as I could post my favorite household cleaner recipe but I will try to label things appropriately so the squeamish can avoid the needles. I can guarantee this: I will try my very best to keep things interesting and if you have any special ideas or topics you would like me to write about please feel free to ask!

"Little by little, one travels far." - Tolkien