Life has a way of kicking you when you are down. I had such high hopes for this summer this spring but I must say nothing has gone to plan.

I am losing my hearing much quicker than I wanted and it has begun to effect my every day life.

My job was effected by this and I am no longer working at my previous company.

I have been dealing with my depression acting up from my hearing issues and work stress and now I am struggling with it for sure.

And sadly yesterday my Aunt Barb died. Not too sure what happened, other than it was shocking, sudden and unexpected. She was very cool. I always enjoyed talking with her and she was just a kind woman. I am lucky to have been able to call her family.

The one thing I have learned through all of this is that my family and friends are amazing. I know how lucky I am to have them and for the love and support they give no matter what happens. I may be a bit of a blacksheep but my family loves to nurture them.

So as my tattoo says:

fall down seven times, stand up eight….