Why I started Savoring the Seasons…

I’ve had quite the journey these past few years. I don’t believe for a second I am alone, but here’s the synopsis of my story. 

The year 2020 rocked everyone in every season of life. Thrown head first into Covid. The unknown. The loss. The fear. In addition to facing this insane pandemic, I also faced losing my mom, who was my biggest champion, my friend, my confidant, to her 8 year battle with breast cancer. It was a low I knew was coming, but was a major trauma to my psyche and soul. Next was a diagnosis I received that would challenge me in ways I’ve never imagined. In March 2020 I was diagnosed with systemic lupus erythemetosus (SLE). As I adjusted to my new diagnosis, my knees gave out on me due to the wear of walking 4-5 miles per day during Covid and the increased inflammation of lupus. I tore the menisci in both knees and discovered I already had stage 4 osteoarthritis. Two knee surgeries later and various therapies to keep me going for a little bit longer on these worn out knees of mine, I thought I found pause. I was wrong. I was diagnosed with breast cancer. A bi-lateral mastectomy and breast reconstruction later and here I am….still recovering, but getting stronger every day.

I’ve been pushing through and over. These challenges and my inability to sometimes get out and about as much as I would have wanted changed the way I see time and everyday moments. Finding joy and beauty in the most ordinary places and moments….food,  nature, and creativity have been a game changer.

I came to the realization that seasons aren't only spring, summer, fall, and winter—they're also the seasons we experience throughout our lives

I would love for you to join me on this journey. You’ll learn a little bit more about my story and ways to not only keep going, but actually enjoy living, share your stories, and build a community. My hope is that you leave this site feeling encouraged to notice beauty in every form, practice gratitude, where we can savor the season of this life you’re in.

Because every season holds something worth savoring.  

Angeline