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Why I’m Starting This Blog
By Tracey, The Little Shop
Hey everyone, Tracey here. I’ve been working on something deeply personal and important to me, and today, I’m both excited and terrified to share it with you. I am starting a blog about life at The Little Shop and why it is so important to me and my family.
I hope this blog will be meaningful to many people, but I am doing this mainly for my kids, so they can better understand what makes their “madwoman” mom tick.
Sharing My Story About Multiple Sclerosis
One of the things I want to share in this blog is that I have Multiple Sclerosis, also known as MS. For a long time, I kept this part of my story tucked away behind the scenes.
I very rarely talked about my MS because, in my own mind, I always believed, “Nothing good comes from telling people you have MS.” But that stops now. The past few years have been good. I have helped, and been helped, by so many people. So I’m taking a leap of faith and sharing my story with you.
The Meaning Behind My Name
In the About Us section of our website, I talk about my mom’s disability. She also had MS. My mom named me Tracey because of its meaning.
“Born from the Gaelic surname Ó Treasaigh, Tracey is a gender-neutral name blessed with a courageous spirit. Stemming from the Irish word treise, meaning ‘power’ or ‘strength,’ Tracey is best defined as ‘warlike.’ Instilled with an unyielding dominance, Tracey cuts an ardent figure unafraid to face even the most formidable obstacles.”
Yes, I would say I have faced some formidable obstacles in my life, but I keep going because when I am told, “You can’t,” I know in my heart, “I can.” My mom knew that too.
Running The Little Shop With Strength and Purpose
So here I am, running The Little Shop. This is no easy task. In fact, it is the most demanding job I have ever had. But I am proud of my strength, resilience, and determination, and I am deeply appreciative of your support.
In this blog, I want to talk about many things, including what inspired me to begin this journey as a female business owner who, despite the obstacles, found the courage to pursue her dreams and make a positive impact in her own Little Shop world.
Thank You for Being Here
Thank you for listening to my story.
Tracey
10 comments
I wish instead of sending people to the moon; research for MS and other diseases could be addressed and cures be found! I admire your dedication and dexterity and not letting MS stomp your life and dream and not letting it block your endeavors! You are winning; MS is NOT !!! God Bless
Tracey I have always loved your store & all of your special touches you bring to it! I am happy & honored to follow your blog and know I will be inspired by your strengths & fortitude. Autoimmune covers a myriad of diseases of which I too have several. I admire you & your courage, blog on!!
The best part of writing this? All the positive and loving responses from my friends. It makes me so happy to think I might make you smile… even if just once in a while.
Tracey
Tracey, you are so loved by many. I loved your Mom and that’s one of the reason I read your parents Christmas story every Christmas Eve. I’ve known you for a long time and MS does not define you. Your bravery here will help so many that are struggling with it. Love, Paula
Thank you for sharing your very brave story. You absolutely rock! As you know I love your store and what you have built. I had no idea the challenges you must have faced in building your wonderful businesses. Now I admire you even more and appreciate our friendship. If you ever need somebody to help out, don’t hesitate to reach out. Always willing to help a fellow entrepreneur. Keep writing.