“I am…I am not…” 

I am a wife and mother of three.
I am a "hockey mom," a daughter and sibling to six.
I am a dreamer, a survivor and friend.
I am a listener, a thinker and optimist.
I am outgoing and honest.
I am sensitive, emotional, and at times, a bitch.
I am persistent, a volunteer and a child advocate.
I am creative, musical, and a writer.
I am full of flaws.
I am unique, just like you.
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I am not boring, perfect or a snob.
I am not petty, or afraid to try new things.
I am not always right.
I am not always strong.
I am never ashamed of failing, only of not trying.
I am not a traitor.
I am not interested in jumping on a “band wagon.” 
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This is me; my story! Make of it what you will. I believe each individual is so much more complicated than can ever be explained with words. We need to embrace the chance of being invited into other’s lives, and in return, let others in our lives. Only then can we truly appreciate who we are…who they are. Some things must be felt with our hearts. Feeling is as important as hearing and seeing. Wishing Happiness to all!