What's the Difference Between You and Me? Nothing.

Let me tell you about myself:  I"m a 40 + year old breast cancer survivor ~ 12 years, 74 days since diagnosis.  I have endured more than 10 surgeries as a direct result of that diagnosis with one more to go.  I have lost my breasts, my hair and my life as I knew it.  I have searched high and low for a new normal, only to find that it was developing within me with every baby step I took and with every giant leap out of my comfort zone that I hopped.
I have found a new normal.  I have worked hard to find it and to accept what I had always felt was unacceptable in my life.  I strive for peace and understanding through my days and I quiet my monkey mind at night.  You know what a monkey mind is, don't you?  You don't need to be a cancer survivor to relate to it.  It's that whirring of thoughts, anxiety and repetitive thoughts that run through your head when you are trying to sleep at night.  It is what keeps you up when you are longing for a good night sleep.  It doesn't happen every night to me, but I do know that it can happen for others.
I am blessed.  I see my life for what it is and I try very hard to squeeze every moment of fun, love and smiles out of it.  I have learned that we only have today so I am determined to enjoy The Presents of Presence.  I practice living in the moment when I can.  I am a student of this and I continually strive to be the best Mom, Wife, Daughter, Sister and Friend that I can be.
I am human.  I have plenty of foibles.  My memory isn't what it used to be.  I get confused, I forget, I misplace.  I grow weary.  But for me, the bottom line is this:  I am here.  I want to help.  I long to inspire, to grow, to journey with you.  So hop aboard Misifusa's Blog ~ you can find it here:  www.misifusa.wordpress.com where you'll join our loving community of lovely people.  You're always welcome here, breast cancer or not!  We all have a gift to share! 
Shine On!
xo