8/13/2012

We All Have Scars



This experience has taught me that we ALL have scars. Some are obvious to the eye, and some are hidden, buried, and suppressed within. Life is truly a classroom, we are all being tested and tried. We truly cannot predict what trials we may face, but we can decide INSIDE how we will choose to take it, and what we will decide to do with it. I pray everyday that I am taking this experience and making it a thing of worth and beauty. I am choosing this day to find the VALUE in my scar, and in what this has taught me, my friends and family. Everyday I am humbled by the emails, texts, and phone calls I receive telling me how my adversity has influenced their life for the better. It truly makes me feel so blessed to be a positive part of so many peoples lives. GRATITUDE FILLS MY SOUL... 

Whether your scars are visible or not count them as a blessing! They are proof that you survived!



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15 comments:

  1. ang :o)August 14, 2012 at 12:18 AM

    Thank you Jamie. This is a beautiful message, as are you. You're amazing.

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  2. ClaireeseAugust 14, 2012 at 8:37 AM

    Thanks Jamie, for your example and strength! You are a beautiful person!

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  3. Liz MarshallAugust 14, 2012 at 11:29 AM

    Jamie,

    You look beautiful. Like i said before, once your hair comes in you will not be able to notice. You are such an inspiration to us. Your attitude through this is something to be admired by myself and others. Thanks for all that you do.

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  4. The Dille FamilyAugust 14, 2012 at 10:50 PM

    You are amazing! Thanks for letting us all learn and grow with you! You are beautiful no matter what!! Such an inspiration to us all:)

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  5. handmadegiftsarebestAugust 18, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    You are amazing and in our prayers. Thanks for being so brave.

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  6. scochran02August 26, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    Thank you Jaime for sharing. My 17 yrs old son (at the time) underwent a similar surgery that was life threatening a year ago at his homecoming game. Your scar is beautiful because it now represents your strength, and desire to make a difference in others lives. My son has the same scar on the same side as you and when your hair grows back you won't see it.

    You are a blessing!

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  7. UnknownSeptember 27, 2012 at 7:24 PM

    He compartido tu historia de vida en mi blog.
    Me alegra que te hayas recuperado de tu accidente, y eso demuestra que cuando se quiere, se puede.
    Adelante !! con fuerza !!!
    Saludos desde Uruguay !!!
    http://rincondeluruguayo.blogspot.com

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  8. singlewhitefemaleSeptember 28, 2012 at 5:09 AM

    Hello Jamie,

    What an amazing blog - such an incredible story of survival. I am a journalist for an international press agency and I would love to speak to you about publishing your story in a women's magazine. If you think this is something you might like to do, you would receive a full read-back of your story and I can also pay you a nice fee. The story would be told exactly how you wanted and would raise awareness about brain injuries.

    If you would like to know more, please visit my website www.hotspotmedia.co.uk and my facebook page www.facebook.com/HSpotMedia and have a look at some of my recent stories then get in touch so we can chat. My email address is sharon@hotspotmedia.co.uk and my number is +44(0)121 5511004.

    Wishing you a happy recovery,
    Sharon Baker
    HotSpot Media

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  9. I'm a towelSeptember 28, 2012 at 11:56 AM

    Hey Jamie!

    I am an editorial producer for a daytime talk show based in New York. We love your story and would like to talk with you about the possibly of coming on our show and sharing your experience of your fishing accident. Your positive outlook on life is inspirational and we think you could be a wonderful asset to our show.

    Please email me at Christiembear@gmail.com to discuss!

    Thanks,
    Christie Bear

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  10. NatalieOctober 1, 2012 at 2:55 PM

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  11. NatalieOctober 1, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    Oh Jamie! You are amazing!

    Thank you for sharing your story! I'd love to share with you something that I have found that is also helping people, including myself! I'm not a reporter or super important political figure - just a regular girl =) When you have some down time give me a call or email!

    Natalie
    natalie.pool@ymail.com 417.278.6353

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  12. vickijOctober 1, 2012 at 3:29 PM

    Jamie, you and I share a similar story. I too had a severe fall that led to the discovery of a large tumor in my brain. On January 8, 2008 I took a fall on the ice outside our garage. My feet shot out from under me and my head slammed back against the concrete. I suspected I had a concussion so I was taken to the ER by a friend. (fortunately I did not pass out because my husband was out of town at the time) The cat scan taken in ER revealed a large tumor in my brain. I was airlifted to Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, where I had surgery the next day to remove the tumor. It was malignant and I underwent chemo & radiation. Five years later I am alive & healthy and counting my many blessings. You can read my story on Caring Bridge at http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/vickijohnson
    Bless you greatly, Vicki Johnson

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  13. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 9:36 AM

    You are a true inspiration. Yes, I agree with you that we all have scars...its what we do after we are scarred that truly matters. And I too have been scarred. Your story reminds me of the importance of what is really around you. Great Family, friends and the impression you leave on them. You are a pure example of a fighter, not only in fighting for your life, but a fighter in the sense that you will not let this scar define you. And you can tell that you are such a beautiful, happy wife,mom and friend that is truly grateful for all that you have. Amazing story!!

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  14. UnknownJanuary 9, 2017 at 12:21 PM

    I know this is quite old but I just wanted to say that your are an inspiration and I'm very pleased you made a recovery. I was attacked least year and suffered a massive extradural hematoma. I am permanently missing a piece of skull and have found it hard to move forward. With so little information around I thank you for your blog. You have given me strength and hope for the future. God bless your family.H2

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  15. UnknownJanuary 9, 2017 at 12:22 PM

    I know this is quite old but I just wanted to say that your are an inspiration and I'm very pleased you made a recovery. I was attacked least year and suffered a massive extradural hematoma. I am permanently missing a piece of skull and have found it hard to move forward. With so little information around I thank you for your blog. You have given me strength and hope for the future. God bless your family.H2

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