Clarity only tragedy could manifest

I sat across the table from my play auntie ( A close and dear family friend, so she’s family), explaining how my values and understanding of my life just solidified after my stroke. I found it easier to mute the noise and filter out the essential things in my life.

“Sometimes a dramatic event has to happen for some of us to finally find that clarity she noted.

Clarity.

Even though I can’t walk gracefully or fully use my left hand and arm, I am mentally more sound than I’ve ever been.