Invisible Battles: A Gut Feeling About LifeA Memoir of Crohn's, Chaos, and Courage-with a Healthy Dose of Humorby Michelle ValentinoWhat happens when your stomach declares war-and refuses to surrender?For Michelle Valentino, living with Crohn's disease wasn't just a medical diagnosis; it was a lifelong adventure filled with IV poles, bathroom emergencies, and a whole lot of awkward honesty. From middle school embarrassment to motherhood, marriage, and teaching, Michelle learned that humor isn't denial-it's survival.Told through laugh-out-loud stories and heartfelt reflections, Invisible Battles is a memoir about learning to thrive in a body that doesn't always cooperate. Through hospital halls, soccer fields, and classroom chaos, Michelle shares how she turned pain into purpose-and found strength in laughter, love, and the occasional leak.This is a story for anyone who's ever faced something invisible: a chronic illness, anxiety, grief, or self-doubt. It's for those who've learned that the bravest thing you can do is keep showing up-even when life gets messy.Because as Michelle says, "We all carry something. Mine just comes with accessories."