Prayer Flag

Whether metaphorically or literally speaking, we have all faced mountains in our lives. Sometimes we choose a particular peak and set off on an adventure to the top. Other times a mountainous problem is thrust upon us to overcome. It takes determination and inner...

Heads or Tails

If I were to flip a coin in the air I would have the same chance of getting a heads or tails as I did in inheriting PKD. When dealing with health hardships I have the choice to be bitter or get better. No matter what each new day brings, I can focus on the challenges...

A Pair of Shoes

Noah and I were filled with excitement and our hearts were overflowing with joy that we could barely sit still. It was November 3, 2013. We were sitting side-by-side in the front row of the greenhouse at Historic Shady Lane in York, Pennsylvania. It was a splendid...

Bright Spot

The past week-and-a-half has been trying, insightful, painful, comforting and mentally exhausting. Life is full of challenges and triumphs. Times of celebration and of sadness. Certain moments that test us while others provide immense encouragement. I continue to...

Choices

Life is full of choices and decisions. Life leads us down many different paths. Some turns we have full control over. Others we are swept up by a strong unwanted gust of wind and dropped right in the middle of unknown territory. PKD can force us to make big decisions...

Perspective

Sometimes witnessing a tiny gesture or a small action can change our perspective. Our spirits can be lifted by a stranger’s smile. Someone in passing can strike up a friendly conversation with us that brightens our day. Seeing an elderly couple holding hands or...