A Woman's Search for Meaning

Why Was I Spared? A Search for Purpose

I often find myself lost in thought, questioning the intricate design of my life. What is my purpose in this grand scheme? Beyond the simple joy of capturing beautiful memories for others, what deeper purpose awaits me?

It's a question that has echoed in the chambers of my mind, growing louder with each passing day. Life dealt me a cruel hand. My own brain turned traitor, attempting to steal my mobility and my life. Yet, here I stand, a walking testament to the unyielding spirit within and nothing short of a miracle by the grace of God.

I am one of the lucky ones. I escaped the confines of a wheelchair, the clutches of an untimely demise. But luck alone cannot explain this miraculous escape. It is in these moments of grace that the search for purpose intensifies. Why was I spared? What is this grand design that has woven such a complex thread into the fabric of my life? Yet, against all odds, I emerged, a survivor in a world of countless possibilities.

I am on a lifelong quest to understand my purpose, to reflect on these experiences, and to share them authentically while cultivating gratitude as a foundation for a meaningful life.

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