I am getting much better at noticing when something is about to cause me a problem in time to do something about it before it shuts me down.

I am also getting more of a sensory cushion before I am triggered. This past year marks the first year where I have gotten less sensitive in some senses instead of much more sensitive. Sadly, I think this is mostly due to no longer having a cat. I am allergic to cats, but I couldn't bear to part with the one I had. Since she left, my sensory problems have slowly improved and my daily bloody noses stopped.

My health in general has improved so much that my husband and I are now licensed to be Foster Parents. We are currently waiting for the call to help raise a child. A few years ago, this would have been impossible. Now I am confident we can take on this additional responsibility.