Hi, I’m Michelle — welcome to my little corner of the internet!

I’m a proud mother of five incredible kids — four boys and one girl. I’ve been married to my best friend for what feels like a lifetime. I was born and raised in sunny Arizona (yes, we do exist!). Most importantly, I have a very small but fiercely strong village of family and friends. These blessings make this journey bearable.

Over the years, I’ve collected many titles: mom, wife, aunt, cousin, sister, daughter, friend, patient, caregiver, administrative executive, office manager, athletic booster, and volunteer — just to name a few. Each one is a piece of who I am, and I carry them all with pride.

But there’s more to my story.

I am listed with UNOS- in need of a heart transplant. I am a woman living with various heart conditions, waiting and hoping for a new heart. I deal with this daily while still chasing life, laughter, and the meaning in the middle of it all. This blog is my safe space to share the everyday moments, the hard days, the little wins, the fears I face, and the dreams I still dare to dream.

Some days are very light. Some days are very heavy, very dark. I write about both.

If you’re here reading this, I hope you find a sense of connection, comfort, and maybe even a little courage. You’re not alone — and I know now, neither am I.