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Canoga, CA — The search for meaning in the face of profound suffering is a timeless human quest, especially for those who anchor their lives in faith. In her autobiography, MS MyStery Solved , author Patti tackles this challenge head-on, delivering a powerful and deeply personal narrative of faith tested by a life-altering diagnosis. Patti describes herself as a "good Christian," one who believed in Jesus and diligently followed the "rules" of Christianity. Her early life, ro

We are absolutely thrilled to share some exciting news with our community! The message of hope, resilience, and faith found in MS. MyStery Solved  recently traveled thousands of miles to reach an international audience. Patti Pickens' inspiring autobiography was proudly showcased at the Guadalajara International Book Fair  (Feria Internacional del Libro de Guadalajara)—the most important publishing gathering in Ibero-America and a massive cultural festival. A World-Class Stag

We are so excited to share that MS. MyStery Solved  has been featured in a beautiful new magazine spread! There is something incredibly special about seeing your story in print—not just in a book, but shared in a publication for a whole new audience to discover. This feature captures the heart of Patti Pickens' journey, from her roots in Georgia to the life-changing moment of her diagnosis. A Look Inside the Article The feature article dives deep into the woman behind the boo

After my diagnosis and divorce, I truly believed my story was over. The combined grief felt like an impenetrable wall, and I was sure that the chapters of love, peace, and purpose had been permanently closed. I was adrift in a sea of "what ifs" and "what nows," convinced that the only path left was one of quiet, solitary survival. But, as I would soon discover, Jesus had a profoundly different plan for me. The journey didn't start with a bang, but with a whisper—a gentle invi

We all face moments when our strength runs out. This prayer is for those days — to remind you that even when you feel weak, Jesus’s power is made perfect in you. Sometimes, life feels like running a marathon when your legs have already given out. We look at the mountain in front of us—be it a financial struggle, a demanding work season, a draining relationship, or the simple exhaustion of daily life—and we genuinely believe we have nothing left to give. In these moments, the

The road with Multiple Sclerosis hasn’t been easy, but it has been full of lessons about grace, patience, and perseverance. Here’s how I learned to see every day as a blessing, not a battle. Redefining Strength 💪 Before my diagnosis, I thought strength was about pushing through exhaustion, never asking for help, and achieving every goal on a tight, self-imposed deadline. MS shattered that illusion. In its place, I discovered a truer, quieter kind of strength: the ability to

There are moments in life that bring us to our knees—moments when the darkness feels absolute, and all control slips through our fingers. I know this feeling intimately. There have been times in my own journey when I literally couldn't walk, couldn't move, and could barely hold on  to the thread of hope. In those raw, agonizing moments, everything I thought I could rely on disappeared. It was terrifying, and the fear was almost paralyzing. But then, an impossible thing happen