Serendipity by definition is the faculty of making fortunate discoveries by accident, or luck that takes the form of finding valuable or pleasant things that are not sought.

A few years ago I would have been the first to tell you that my life has been anything but serendipitous.  I have had many life experiences that most people only pray they will never encounter in their lifetime. I have known sadness and fear in ways I would never wish upon another person.  Peculiar circumstances seemed to follow whatever move, job, home or choice I made.  I should add that I am denoting the use of the word peculiar with extreme negative connotation.  I was in a constant state of frantic uncertainty with my hope and faith dangling by threads that seemed as if they were made from bubble gum. 

At 38 years old, my perspective has shifted.  Following the revelation that my bad experiences were what led me to some of my greatest experiences in my life has motivated me to look at serendipity in a renewed way.  Finding valuable or pleasant things that are not sought…

I am trying to live my life with strength, and a little help from serendipity.