Breathe Bravely

A blog about my beautiful life living with Cystic Fibrosis: to educate and help promote awareness and understanding associated with CF. Dedicated to sharing my experiences of the good, the bad, the ugly, and the funny, so that all who so eagerly support the fight against CF, will know how much their love and support truly means.

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Monday, February 10, 2025

Reflected in the Hard Truth

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As I look around this hospital room there are reminders of a life I wish weren’t a reality. Lining the wall are my suitcases which have roll...
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Friday, January 3, 2025

The Search for Answers and Air

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My steps find a familiar rhythm as I walk this familiar hallway. Its long corridor leading me away from the main hospital to a different bui...
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Friday, November 22, 2024

A girl called "Tragedy"

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There once was a girl they called “Tragedy.” They say she came into this world clothed in an invisible armor for a fight she did not choose....
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Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Moms, Dads, & Diagosis

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I have not nor will I ever have the chance to be a mom. Of a human child that is. I realize I proudly own every sweatshirt, hat, and keychai...
Thursday, October 10, 2024

Falling Leaves & Letting Go

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There’s a familiar sadness I feel as I stare out the window of this coffee shop and see colored leaves desperately clinging to their branche...
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Saturday, September 14, 2024

Constance & Seeds of Hope

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From the wind it was carried across the miles and brought to rest upon chance,  atop a place it could be inspired to grow, a place it could...
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Friday, August 23, 2024

Simply Surviving : PC & CF

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  “You’re so brave. ” A phrase over the years that has been graciously poured upon me like a midsummer’s late afternoon rain. There's pe...
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Ashley Ballou-Bonnema
I define myself by how I see myself reflected in the relationships of the people I know and love. Thankful for each opportunity, relationship, and breath life is willing to give me.
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