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Perfect imperfection, what a lovely thing to see

December 31, 2013 by Samira

It’s a great whirlwind, navigating the medical system, seeing doctor after doctor, attempting to figure out who it is to trust, what voice has real reason, who knows what’s right from wrong. This whirlwind sucks you in, it fools you, masquerades around you, rushes through you bringing a chill to your bones. With every step […]

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This time last year…

December 18, 2013 by Samira

This time last year, on a Saturday, I had a party. Really the only party I’ve ever hosted in my own home, it was a momentous occasion for me. I finally got to trim flowers and use serving trays. It only took a brain tumor for me to finally do what I always wanted, wear […]

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What I learned from my brain tumor (part 1)

December 2, 2013 by Samira

In life, we bicker, take ourselves too seriously and lose perspective often. Even when we’re at our most positive, someone triggering our pet peeves can light a fire under us, a fire that burns a little too hot too quickly. We misunderstand one another and don’t take time to listen. We are impatient with one […]

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