This has been a long time coming, honey.

This cute little blog has become my so-called journal during a time of self reflection and discovery. I had originally been planning on launching this blog in early 2021, and the intent was to be focused on all things lifestyle and female empowerment. Just another thing to fill the time void during the pandemic. What I noticed from some of the content I had developed and yet to share is that it was mostly showing the filtered and carefully curated pretty and perfect parts. You know, the pictures that seem to get the most likes and fire emojis?

The past months have been really challenging for me, both physically and mentally, and I have been spending a lot of time between the bed and the couch feeling sorry for myself. Instead of letting my situation get the best of me, I am working hard to channel my energy (what I have of it) into something more positive that can hopefully help someone else relate and feel validated. I am hopeful these moments of reflection can help someone going through any kind of health crisis feel like they have an ally and someone who gets it. To be clear, I have the most supportive husband, family, and friends, and am lucky to have access to excellent healthcare - I am saying that the cards are all set up in my favour, and not everyone is so fortunate to be in my situation. However, I can see how people fall through the cracks and get lost in the health system.

Get your seatbelts on, friends. For the good and the bad. Listen, I love a filtered photo op, celebrating happy news, accomplishments and milestones, but I am here to be my authentic self showing all sides. I hope that my journey helps someone out there.

Sincerely,

Sarah Clare