Interactive Story Map

I hope to use my life experience, look past myself, and know that there’s always something I can do for others.

And if I can do one thing better, good. Then, I'll be better the next time.

I was grateful to perform, sing, dance, and spread joy. I had learned to let go and trust. All that matters in life now is faith, hope, and love. Thanks be to God! May I use my gifts and talents to spread joy.

Be fearless!

I’m multi-dimensional - like a gemstone.

If you are meeting me for the first time, you might be greeted with these aphasia cards… but there is a lot more to my life. I have a story to share!

My whole life, I have lived in Lynn, Massachusetts. I lived with my mother, my father and my younger brother.

On the day when I had a stroke, the lights went off. Two months later, the lights came back.

Let me take you on a journey with my aphasia.

Now I have a sense of choosing, and I'm grateful to be here. I found more. I welcome the sense of awe and wonder more readily now and try to offer small acts of kindness. When I do that, I feel closer to the sense of peace and light from that day.

Adapted from Frida's story on Beyond Stillness (podcast link in story).

I use my voice. I have been called to say it loud and say it often. I want to be a beacon of light to everybody. I am who I am. I’m all heart.

Once I get that done, I would like to get an RV and drive. Drive all my sewing machines and do a sewing show.

Strategies, mindset, and communication toolbox guidance from Trish.