There’s a quiet ache in watching my body change. The skin softening, the body swelling, the hair thinning, the eyes holding a different kind of tired.
For a while I fought it. But slowly, I’ve begun to see it differently. This body is not failing me, it’s protecting me and adapting. Through chronic pain and inflammation, autoimmunity, sleepless nights, flares and fog - it is still here, whispering daily ‘I’m still here.’
Living with disease is a silent conversation no one else can hear, a constant bargaining with a body that doesn’t want to listen.
This past year especially has changed me. Yes, in the mirror but more so in the marrow of who I am. Now, when I meet my reflection, I try to meet her with grace.
I’m learning the art of surrender and strength, coexisting in the same breath. This body is my home. Not the same one I once lived in, but still mine. And it will bloom again 🍃
Holding space for the quietly brave.
Love Stodds xx
YOU’RE HOME 🤍
No more airport goodbyes, no more distance to bridge. Finally back in my sphere full time!
I’m so proud of you and everything you’ve achieved over the past three years working for @pivotfactoryracing . You’ve been the quiet force keeping the team’s wheels turning season after season (pun intended). And how special that you got to do it alongside some of your closest friends.
It’s been so surreal watching you live this whole other life from afar, never quite sure which town or timezone you were in - but I’ve only ever felt pure joy seeing you or hearing stories of you in that element. Life is for living Barry and you’ve certainly been doing that!
And while part of me wishes that it could’ve gone on a little longer for you (and who knows, never say never), for right now - I’m beyond stoked to have my missing puzzle piece back where he belongs.
Now… let’s get building a house! 🏡
Happy birthday my honey! @charlywright 🍯❤️🔥
My home away from home, you are as steady as stone to me - in world that loves to throw curveballs faster than we can duck! You made me laugh the minute I met you and I haven’t stopped since. I adore you 🦄
Leaving home always feels bigger than just the distance travelled. My heart wasn’t ready to go, it wanted to linger in familiar rooms and the laughter of family. In the quiet comfort of everything that feels like mine.
With each goodbye, the tug gets stronger and the tears flow harder. A gentle reminder that some parts of me will always stay behind, even as I move forward. Endless gratitude for my family. They teach me everything, they love me through everything, they are everything.
Scenes from home 🇬🇧🇫🇷
