My 22nd Anniversary

Today marks the 22nd anniversary of my second open heart surgery. Of course I am beyond grateful to witness this. Last year my phone rang. On the other side of the line was my daddy. ” Happy Anniversary daddy’s big, old baby! Your daddy will stay with you...

Twenty-One and Counting

I remember my 21st birthday.  Excitement filled my being as I welcomed the induction into adulthood, or more specifically womanhood. I wanted to conquer the world. My parents and my childhood cardiologist had in depth discussions with me about life.  They advised me...