It's The Little Things...

My dad has always told me that its the little things in life that matter. Maybe that's what has helped me get through my 3 major surgeries and too many smaller surgeries (6, 8?) to count. Knowing that I still had air to breathe, people who care and my little doggies at home have gotten me through a lot. The funny thing is that I generally don't see myself as someone who has gone through a lot. I know there are people who are worse off than I. When I'm down, I always remind myself of my surroundings- my husband, step children, parents, brother, my house, and everything else that gives me comfort.

I started Imuran last week. The side effects on top of those of Humira freaked me out enough into starting a new life insurance policy. Tonight the life insurance company called me to take my health history. The woman said it should only take 15-20 minutes. Haha was she in for a surprise. An hour later, she was telling me how inspirational I was. She couldn't believe my spirit wasn't broken after all I'd been through with Crohn's. Especially since I was diagnosed as a child. She told me I was her inspiration. She thanked me for changing her outlook on life. That made my week!! I'm sure she talks to people all day long, every day, who have ailments or diseases. Anyhow, it's amazing how a mere compliment changed my day and week. It's the little things after all, that make our world go round.