Now I'm not gonna tell you that it's been easy. Far from it. But I will tell you that it's been worth it. Every day, I wake up and remind myself that I am alive and that life is a precious gift that is not to be wasted. I'm disabled, not dead. And that's what keeps me going. I've learned to do things differently, and I've found new ways to enjoy life.

One thing that's helped me a lot is talking with other stroke survivors. When I first had my stroke, I felt like no one understood what I was going through. But then I found people who had been through the same thing, and suddenly I didn't feel so alone. It was a huge relief to talk to people who knew what it was like to struggle with things like buttoning up a shirt or learning to speak again.

That's why I started this blog – to provide a platform for sharing and to raise the profile of stroke survivors. I want people to know that the things we struggle with aren't always visible from the outside. It's not just about the physical challenges, like walking or using your hands. Sometimes, it's the things you can't see – like having a speech impediment or struggling to write your name – that are the hardest.

But even though I face these challenges every day, I'm still able to do most of the activities I used to. It's just a bit harder now. And that's why I want to give hope to other stroke survivors out there. You can still lead a fulfilling life. It may not be the life you planned, but it can still be a great one.

So, if you're a stroke survivor or you know someone who is, I invite you to join me on this journey. Let's support each other and offer hope to those who need it. Because at the end of the day, that's what it's all about – finding hope in the face of adversity.