Melissa "Missy" Clayton

South Carolina, United States

Melissa "Missy" Clayton

South Carolina, United States

I'm a small town, southern gal born in raised in what I refer to as "God's Country"... South Carolina! I travel often for work but there is no other place I would want to call home. As to my "status" (as we are so pegged these days), I am still a "Miss" (Miss Missy to some).... God's plans to unfold. I am, however, the mother of the most adorable and comical Italian Greyhound named Juno.

I enjoy meeting new people, I'm intrigued that we ALL have a story. In some ways better than others. And in some ways more boring than others...but we all have our niche! I love the outdoors, traveling, and I have a knack for minimalist trends and fashion. Maybe more like a slight obsession on the last part (secretly dream of being a professional stylist). I sell computer hardware and software for a living. Sales is what I do, solving client problems is what I love and being "Missy" is who I am. I am a Christ follower, saved by his mercy and grace. Blessed more than I even realize most days.

Several months ago, I was recently diagnosed with Meniere's Disease hence my blog name "The.Dizzy.Chick.".... which let's be honest, this name is all encompassing: this incurable disease that has left me with hearing loss and is also a balance disorder, my Type-A, go-go-go personality and my drive and passion for life and business. Meniere's is not fully understood and still being researched, which is extremely frustrating, not to mention taxing physically and mentally. Meniere's Disease is what we call an "invisible disease". You would never know someone is suffering by looking at them. It can be extremely debilitating and depressing. I've experienced first hand. My goal is to share my experiences with my readers (and fellow sufferers with transparency but hopefully provide encouragement, determination and the motivation to help us dizzy folks stand straight, tall and confident again.

My job in sales requires travel, to be productive and execution. This disease is just a bump in my road (or at least for now anyway). Some days it's a fall! But I'm determined to get right back up, continue traveling, selling, meeting new friends, being a FUN aunt to my nieces and nephew, going to concerts, hiking, essentially...loving and living life! Despite my circumstances, I couldn't be more blessed. Meniere's Disease has certainly impacted my quality of life. But it's also allowed me a new found perspective. I'm finding my strong and refuse