The Chronicles of Chaotic Kitty

In February of 2024, I made the choice to give up my home and move into my car with my three cats and my dog. It came down to a decision... pay a vet bill for them or pay rent, and I chose them. I’d always dreamed of van life, so even though it was sudden, it felt like the right time. We started out in a tiny Toyota Corolla, then moved to a Dodge Grand Caravan, a shuttle bus, and now we’re in a 1998 Ford E-150 Econoline, but I still dream of upgrading to a newer Dodge High Top ProMaster. Just before all of this, I went through my first bout of cancer. Thankfully, it was caught early, and after a small surgery, it looked like I was going to be ok.. But after moving into the bus, I faced another recurrence. This time, my oncologist and I decided on a preventative double mastectomy. Along the way, I also went through a lot of death and loss, but I kept going and I graduated from Portland State University with my bachelor’s degree. I’ve carried a lot of CPTSD with me, but I’m choosing not to give up. Right now, I’m still searching for a job, but I’ve also taken control of my own life. I’m starting my own business creating upcycled jewelry and accessories, and I’m launching a nonprofit to help others who are navigating similar challenges as I have. This is my next step.

Glitch the System