The Other Side of the Mountain

I am a 56 year old woman who has survived many tragedies. We all have a story and it is either a springboard or a crutch. My freshman year of college I got Bell's palsy leaving 1/2 of my face disfigured for life permanently. Ten years later at the onset of labor the other side of my face "fell." I have a very rare case of permanent bilateral Bell's palsy and will never smile again. I was married 20 years and reared 3 children but I live daily with a face lacking any emotion. Trapped inside. I have grown to live a full life and although I can't smile or laugh with joy I am happy and blessed. I watched this movie back at the beginning of the BP. If she could survive and recover who was I to throw in the towel. This movie is moving, inspirational and literally saved me. I share it with others who find themselves in despair. We all have challenges and life isn't easy but you can only control how you react. Thank you Jill for sharing your story. I owe you my life.