Because of the Daisies

Finding a name for my Blog was such a difficult decision, and I found this to be more challenging then actually writing a blog. I have had family & friends (yes a few) :) , who have asked me to start my own blog. But to be honest, even though I have tons to say--those who know me can vouch for that-- I just didn’t have the right “name” for a Blogsite. After much time and deliberation (with my husband, Gary), and scratching off ones that wouldn’t work, I finally came up with “Because of the Daisies”.  A bit more of a serious side than I wanted it to be, but for what I want to say- it truly is just the right one!

Usually I am drawn to “play on words”, maybe because part of my job is helping kids with language issues, or possibly because I’m a visual learner and they help me to visualize things better, or just that I have a strange sense of humor. Whatever the reason may be, I really wanted something fun and catchy, or something that when I tell people the name of my Blog site—they would say, “Oh that is so clever!” I wanted something to tell people a bit about me or my life, without being negative or a phrase that would draw people in, but not followers who were hoping for a whole other category (i.e. ”nancysjoint”  is probably not one that people would instantly think I was going to tell them about why my fingers look the way they do…). But, as I discovered late one night—just about every fun, catchy, cute, clever, original and creative Blog name is-- “Unavailable”! Are you kidding me? As Gary said (and by the way thought of the ultimate title ), sometimes you just have to step away from what you think you are aiming for…”

My goal for this Blog is to talk about what I have been through in my life up until now, and how it has made me who I am today—for all you “lucky” people who have seen this transformation. :)  My story is probably no more unique in ways than anyone else (everyone has a story), but I feel like God has brought me through my storms with the help and strength of others He has blessed me with in my life, and by my Faith in Him. Therefore, I am going to try to dedicate each Blog I write to a person who has been in my life for a reason, a season or a lifetime.

I dedicate this Blog and title of the site to my mom, who along with my faith gave me the perseverance to hold on to the sail when the wind is blowing me off my ship! She may not be here to read my words, but there is no doubt in my mind she has still helped inspire these words and helps me wake up every single day and thank God for the strength He has given me.

Daisies were her favorite flower—hence, the reason my spare bedroom is done in daisies, my office cubicle, flowers in my wedding, and now my Blog; and most importantly she is the reason I collected a daisy for every chemotherapy treatment and each bone marrow biopsy I was “graced” with. (My profile picture is of these particular daisies). So whenever I am having a tough day or making a hard decision, I look at my vase and think -- because of the daisies-- I can do it!!! Thus the name is perfect. :)  I would have never thought a daisy, which means innocence, purity and cheerfulness; could be such a powerful symbol in my life!