I had a big bay window looking out into the street and to my old high school. I could look outside and see people walking, cars passing by and the pine trees that gave UCC the infamous nickname “The Pines” everyday while laying in my hospital bed. Memories would fade in and out about high…
When Silver Linings Have Lost Their Sparkle
One thing about having a creative right side of your brain is that your flashbacks are impeccably detailed, down to the types of species on the floor tile. This added bonus makes reliving your dreaded moments even more painful as you vividly place yourself back in the moment of one of your most vulnerable chapters….
A Tale of a Broken Body
A tale of a broken body? Part 1: It’s funny how things align in life. If past experiences were not felt, how would significant life chapters end up? If you had not gone through a traumatic, character building experience, would that affect the outcome of how you handle another? If you’re a TikTok doom scroller…
NOW AVAILABLE!
I am thrilled to announce that my book has been officially published! This has been quite a journey. Many tears and tireless nights but it’s one of the proudest accomplishments and projects that I’ve ever produced. If you’ve been following my story on my blog, this is an even more detailed extension of my story…
Planning and Anticipating
We wanted to start a family for a very long time. It took a little bit of time but we finally discovered we were pregnant. We were over the moon with excitement. After 2 long years of chaotic, uncertainty, we have been able to transition into the next chapter of our lives. For the first…
And Just Like That, The Start Of A New Chapter
We have waited for this day for a long time now. It was absolutely surreal when we first found out and after seeing the first picture, it has been an overwhelming feeling of loving emotions. These past few years have been a learning experience and a journey to find out how strong we can be. It…
From One Migraine Sufferer To The Next
I have hemiplegic migraines. That’s right, I Kate (Zimmer) Vilaranda am a migraine sufferer and I don’t care who knows nor do I care what they think. Phew, that only took about 25 years to say with meaning. You see, for a long time I did care what people thought – A LOT. What if…
Just Put One Foot In Front Of The Other
Getting out my running shoes.
Project Katie
Have you ever been fired? I have. Twice. Once from a job and then another from a doctor. It wasn’t as bad as I thought – the doctor one. The job was eye-opening; lots of wine and tissues assisted with my self-pity and wallowing. Being fired from a doctor though, that one like it was…
Why Being A Pylon Isn’t As Bad As You Think.
When something goes wrong, do you not question even internally what happened? What went wrong in that situation for that result. This question is a hamster wheel for me. I am constantly questioning and seeking different results ‘if only’ this had happened. Recently at the Detroit Airport I had an episode. It wasn’t unusual, the…
A Broken Brain Story 