I'm a 44 year old mother and recent grandmother of two adorable boys.  About seven years ago I began having strange symptoms which included difficulty walking.  A long search began to discover the cause.  I finally discovered I had Lupus, pre-diabetes, severe arthritis and some other conditions.  I had to quit teaching because the amount of medications I took made me have cognitive troubles. 

Since then I have settled into my new life.  I spend my time writing, submitting my work, crocheting and meeting people through various writing groups and classes online.  I'm content. My life is different now but fulfilling.  I hope to finish my novel soon and begin on other projects already brewing.