This is not a fire drill

My story of how life changed without warning.

Where do I begin? For starters—welcome to my Substack 2.0! I wish I was starting this under different circumstances, but if I’ve learned anything in life, it’s that we don’t always get to choose when or how things change. The truth is, life is totally unpredictable, and all we can do is navigate the challenges as best we can. It’s what I’ve always done and what I will continue to do.

I’ll tell you, I haven’t been alone with my thoughts since the fire. It’s funny; I feel like my life has been split into two parts: pre-fire and post-fire. Post-fire, I’m afraid of where my mind might go if I stop for even a second and embrace a quiet moment. But I also know it’s important to slow down, reflect, and begin the slow but steady process of healing.

So, here I am. Ready to start unpacking and doing the work with all of you. Let’s dive in.