From the book The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy: “Is your glass half full or half empty?” asked the mole.“I think I’m just grateful to have a glass,” said the boy. Protein Drinks and Shoulder Nags This week has been full of ups and.....

When the Universe Ignores Detective ShowsYou know how in detective shows, someone commits a crime and you think, “Okay, case closed, he can’t possibly do another one”? Well, apparently the universe didn’t get that memo, because here I am—in week 8 of recovery, hobbling around like a pirate on a.....

Nine Weeks Strong 💪Can we just pause for a second? Nine whole weeks. That’s not just a number—it’s a milestone, a badge of survival, and somehow, also a reason to cheer (quietly, because beds are involved). Transitioning from the endless haze of summer recovery into the chaos of pre-Christmas life.....

From Headless Chicken to Radio ahhh!!!!This week hit a huge milestone: I went on the radio. Yes, me—the energy bunny who’s usually running around like a headless chicken, spilling coffee, juggling a million things, never really seeking the spotlight—went on air and shared my story. My coach’s reaction? Priceless.Me: “Guess.....

Last week I wrote so, so, so many blogs that I’m pretty sure my keyboard is drafting a resignation letter. I promised myself that this week, the main focus would be rehab—and also being kind to myself, which, let’s face it, is harder than trying to do yoga in a.....

Ever spend weeks planning something down to the last detail, only for it to almost completely unravel in five minutes? Welcome to my week. Let me tell you about freedom, family chaos, and black lipstick. Halloween Chaos After all the effort I put into the Halloween outfit—black lipstick, face paint,.....

Intro:Sometimes I catch myself thinking: “Am I really making a difference? I can barely walk without looking like a penguin, my balance is questionable, and my legs occasionally stage a rebellion.” And yet… people reach out. And it’s humbling, hilarious, and completely unexpected. The Radio Moment When I spoke to.....

Thirteen Weeks On — The Reality of Achilles RecoveryThirteen weeks. I can hardly believe it.If you’ve been following along on this Achilles tendon recovery journey, you’ll know it’s been equal parts humbling and downright exhausting. Every week brings a new sensation, a new milestone, or another reminder of how much.....

If someone had told me a few months ago that I’d spend half my year sitting on a couch learning how to walk again, I’d have laughed. Or at least tried to — probably before tripping over my own leg. When I got injured, everything stopped. My independence, my routine,.....

I never thought I’d need a coach just to get from the couch to the kitchen. Yet there I was, crutches in hand, wobbling like a very slow, very confused penguin, while the kids darted past, stealing handfuls of sweets from the cupboard. I realized pretty quickly that I couldn’t.....

When your body stages a protest but you’re still climbing back up the stairs. I know I’m a teacher, but I promise I haven’t forgotten my ABCs. It’s just that this week has had so many different chapters, I’ve had to label them like schoolwork — Week 13A, 13B, 13C,.....

Introduction There are some people in life whose strength quietly takes your breath away — people who walk through unimaginable storms and somehow still find light in the darkness. Sarah is one of those extraordinary people who has faced more challenges than most of us could ever imagine, and yet.....