Christine, thank you for sharing all of this. I knew you had health issues but not the details of what they are and how they affect you. You are a wonderful writer and photographer, and I'm amazed that you jump over so many hurdles to produce the work you publish here and elsewhere. I also had no idea that English is your second language.

Ben and I are facing a big change due to his worsening kidney disease, and I hope to share some of our experiences on Medium. I'm having a difficult time, as you say, accepting life on life's terms. Your story inspired and strengthened me. Thank you.