Pretty in Pearls

For nearly 12 months I was afraid to even write this post. Now I know more people suffer from this than just me and just like I felt alone I am sure they do too. We are not. 1 year ago today I went into surgery. I came out 4 fibroids lighter. One fibroid was the size of a grapefruit and shifting my entire pelvis. I'd heard that size from several doctors...trust me I got 4 "second opinions." So  there  it was obstructing my uterus and preparing to change our lives forever. I couldn't "NOT" see what was causing all of my problems so during my surgery I had my specialist take pictures of the removed fibroids. I still have the picture.  Prior to November 17, 2016, surgery day, fibroids rocked our world and took us down a path that we’d never been, never  expected, but I always feared . You see, in the back of my mind I always feared I would be the one to go to school, work towards success, and later be unable to conceive.  I was wrong. April 2016

I haven't written in a while, trust me, I can tell. Blogging is not only an opportunity for me to help the next person but it is also a way for me to clear my mind and address the things I experience or see on a daily basis. Blogging gives me a chance to speak. So, now I have at least 3 other topics to write about in the near future. Anywho, I know you are wondering why I titled this blog Loser. It has a negative feeling to it, right? I have a simple answer for you...1. It was catchy and 2. how many times have you felt like a loser? My husband constantly points out to me that I am inpatient, competitive, and so use to winning and boy is he right. Over the years I have had the luxury of getting what I want when I want it. What I mean is I was a blessed "first timer." I interview for jobs and get them on the first interview, I take professional exams and pass them on the first try (who needs to study? lol), even as a child I spoke what I wanted to my daddy and got my dr