The streak is complete!

Did you think I gave up that close to the end?  Think not!  With family in town I didn't have the chance to update the blog the last few days of May - but I did it!  And I plan to continue this active streak for the rest of the year. 

So, what have I learned?

• I need to accept limitations.  Everyone has them - I do (as in - don't run EVERY DAY) and Evie does too.  It's not a sign of weakness or something that needs to be fixed - it is what it is.

• BELIEVE.  I know I said everyone has limitations, but you can get a lot more done than you could ever imagine if you believe it.  The power of positive thinking....

• Alone time makes you stronger.  My mind felt clear and I felt empowered with just that thirty minutes of "me" time.  I will not feel guilty about it any more.

• Love is the most powerful thing in the world.  I love my daughters with all of my heart - in a way I couldn't have explained to you four years ago, and I will do anything in my power for them. 

• God chose me to be Evie's mom.  I don't know why, but I am so, so glad he did. 

• And, finally, Evie is going to do big things.  I know every parent says things like that - as they should - but I have seen big things already.  She loves a challenge....

Butterfly on her shoulder...

Thanks for following me on this journey and I think I might just continue this little blog to talk about my experiences raising Evie.  This has been therapeutic in a way.

If you feel inclined, share the story of Evie and pediatric stroke with someone today.  And... who wants to streak with me next May?!?

~Jana