Support In A Surprising Place

Two years ago, I was experiencing excruciating lower back pain, to the extent of real thoughts leading to letting go of the ranch.  Since I am alone in caring for the ranch, house, equines, dogs, cats, and my mom…it was a scary and sad consideration. For about a year prior to my lower back pain I had been going to a local chiropractor, yet it hadn’t helped and felt he was only making it worse.  I perceived I was just another body filling his wallet.
 
Through a networking community, I had met someone who worked at another local Chiro office and when she would talk about the fun events their office would create and the importance of finding the root of where the pain is coming from, I would think to myself I should switch Chiro’s.  
 
When the pain was getting out of control and I could barely walk, I decided to take the leap and try my friends Chiro office.  To say that was the best decision I have made in a very long time, is an understatement.  The impact this office has had on my life is overwhelming.  They not only have healed my back, but they have also been a support system for me throughout the distressing time in caring for my mother. 
 
The amount of compassion this office has, is beyond measure…it is extraordinary.  Not only for me, for other patients, as well.  
 
I’m not writing this segment to promote my Chiro’s office...yet, if you are interested, it is Treehive Chiropractic, in Parker, CO.  I am the sole caregiver for my mother…and there have been many times when I didn’t think I was going to make it to the next day.  As soon as I walk in the door, the whole staff can tell when I am off and offer a hug, a shoulder to cry on, a dog to love snuggle, and/or a cookie.  The amount of emotional support I have received from them is unmeasurable.  They support the horse charity I work with; they sent cards when one of my horses crossed over the rainbow bridge, and Dr. Tim came out to the ranch with a friend to have a session with the horses to support my life path.  
 
I am very independent and not use to people stepping up or showing up for me.  It is such a beautiful fragment in a very challenging season in my life and I am so very grateful to have been led to the right people at the right time. 
 
Kindness is everywhere.  Sometimes when all hell is breaking loose, the focus and attention is oftentimes elsewhere…busy head, the phone, social media; when you are struggling and feel alone…raise your eyes and be open to the element of surprise to lift you up and ease your anguish.  There are earth angels always around us.  
 
Photo:  The Chiro office has a long chalkboard wall that often has these wonderfully drawn inspiring designs.  Holidays are the best!!!

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