Stephanie Fish

Hello. Yes, if I had one word to say who I am I would have to pick Survivor. I am living life with all it's up and downs, learning from the moments and how to make the best of it all.

Although I have suffered from great heartache, I realize life is a lot from what we make of it and our attitude plays a big part. We can have joy in life whether enjoying the beauty of the rainbow that sits over a waterfall or being at the bottom of the waterfall, with the water crashing down on us, if we know where to look.

Otherwise, I enjoy people and spending time with family. I love to write, read, and help people. I volunteer in various areas, especially with suicide prevention/awareness and church activities. I am married to a wonderful man who is a quality engineer. I am an empty-nester mother of five, with two son-in-laws, one daughter-in-law and four grandbabies.

I am adopted. I have experienced divorce, being a single mom, remarriage, being a step-mom. I have survived the passing of my mother and father in my early 30's; a brother-in-law, a sister-in-law and a child who was 22 from suicide. I have been abused, depressed, and have experienced the stigma of divorce and suicide, some of which is an ongoing struggle. I don't think one ever gets over losing a child.

All-in-all, I think I have faired well. I am blessed with strong people around me to help me through and a Rock that never leaves my side. I continue to go through life with anticipation of the next good thing or miracle!