I am the phoenix.

Hello.

I am a very quiet person with trouble speaking up sometimes.  I am used to being talked over, ignored, forgotten.  Well, try talking over me on my own blog.  ;)

It occurred to me that I have experienced a lot in my life.  Things that would destroy other people. So, why not share my life with you?  Maybe you need to know you aren't alone.  Maybe I just need to let it out and stop keeping it as a festering, stinking secret.

I am going to be turning 36 years old this year. I am a mother, wife, artist.  I have PTSD, anxiety disorder and chronic severe depression.  Let me make something clear for you, I refuse to have anyone feel sorry for me.  This is not a pity party.  This is a reality check.  Life is full of shit.  Of the certainties in life of death and taxes, include shit happening.  It's a guarantee.

On top of those mental illnesses, I also have asthma and migraines.  With this blog, I will be taking you on a journey through my life.  I warn you, it's sad, ugly and heartbreaking.  It is also beautiful, strong and full of love.  It is MY truth.

I have been reborn many times.  I am the phoenix.  I am Renny.