It's been an incredible odyssey to make the journey from a vibrantly healthy person to someone with a chronic illness.

I never expected in a million years that I would have the honor to become an advocate of women's health care and education, and I'd dive on a live grenade to get this message out, so thank you for this forum.

I did as much research as I could and I took ownership of this illness, because if you don't take care of your body, where are you going to live?

Happiness is the best cosmetic.

I just had that conversation this morning with my doctor. I just got back from the hospital a half-hour ago, and nothing will make me happier than to replicate the DNA of my amazing husband. I'm optimistic.

In a way, I have simplified my life by setting priorities.

It's been an incredible odyssey to make the journey from a vibrantly healthy person to someone with a chronic illness.