This is my first post so bear with me!

Nice to see you here! My name is Sāb (like babe but with an S). I have epilepsy with unusual seizure activity. It is uncontrolled and medication resistant.

Why did I tell you this, before anything else about me?

• Because I thought it defined me.
• Because I used to keep it a secret, thinking it was something to be ashamed about.

But that is a thing of the past! I now realize that although epilepsy has a big impact on my life, I have no reason to hide or be apologetic. It was a long journey to get here, and my adventure is not over.

I think it is important to recognize that it is an amazing feat, and I would love to share my experiences with you. My lessons learned, my “should’a, would’a, could’a’s” and future endeavors are the types of things I hope to publish.

Maybe you or a loved one have epilepsy, or some other chronic illness. You may find something of value hidden in my pages. I sure hope so.

I must admit, I have hoped to find some comfort out here in the infinite internet. If you have too, and you landed here, maybe there is a reason. I would love to connect.

So who am I really?

• My educational background is in engineering
• I have a wonderful and supportive family
• I love to ice skate
• My favorite place in the United States is the White Mountains in New Hampshire
• I am looking into going back to school (for a mid-life career change)

Okay, those are just facts, not really allowing you to know the “real” me. I suppose that if you would like to get to know me, you can read my blog. Shoot, you can even contact me, and we can build a real friendship!

Regardless, I am hoping that you are willing to take this wild ride called life with me.

Stay tuned for the next episode (yes that was a seizure joke).