After witnessing my belongings vanish quicker than a magician’s rabbit at a magic show during the dot-com crash, I knew it was time for a superhero makeover! So, in my fabulous forties, I kicked off my own company and transformed into an energy warrior, conquering half marathons like a boss! Fast forward through ten races, and bam! Suddenly, my arms and legs were on an extended vacation, plus I was hit with chronic pain, headaches, and hearing loss. Surprise! I had a brain tumor (we named him Oscar), which was a plot twist I never saw coming! This wild rollercoaster ride taught me to face pain like a gladiator and embrace the healing journey. Huge shoutout to my amazing husband, doctors, family, and friends who helped me to think and walk strong again—seriously, you guys are the best! Thankfully, my dog Duke was 14 by then; he didn’t mind slowing down while we figured out our new pace.

 

But hold onto your hats, the drama didn’t end there! After saying farewell to Duke, my heart shattered again as I had to say goodbye to my best human friend—my love—my husband—who fought cancer like a gentle warrior during the COVID lockdowns, all while my parents had already waved their goodbyes before I faced my own tumour. With my siblings living a border-crossing away, loneliness tried to crash the party. Yet, amidst the chaos, I was building my dream business and recently married a man who had also lost his love, parents, and pups, with a heart as big as Texas (or Canada), rooted in Christianity. We’re now reinventing ourselves once more! My rollercoaster journey has inspired some fantastic books, shining a spotlight on finding energy and strength through joy that blossoms from inner peace and belief!