unBRokenJust over a week ago, my beloved hometown of Baton Rouge was practically washed away in one of the worst floods in US history.…Continue Reading →
A Transgender, Lesbian and Sorority Girl Walk into a Bar…they sat down, ordered a beer and started reminiscing on the good ole days. This was last weekend for me, at the wedding of…Continue Reading →
Praying for Death“I went to mass twice this week, praying for God to heal one and to take another.” The words of my father-in-law pierced through…Continue Reading →
Scan PurgatoryIt happens every time. The wait. The anxiety. The nerves. The quiet understanding between Jordan and me as we wait for our baby girl’s…Continue Reading →
In the Blink of an EyeI knew this photo was coming and today it popped up. One year. I vividly remember this day. It was the day I looked…Continue Reading →
Why I Thank God for My Eating DisorderThe buttered bagel sat on my car’s console. I stared at it with tears streaming down my face. The tears had nothing to do…Continue Reading →
Carolina: Forever & Always In My MindDecember 2010 “McCall, breathe with me. Breathe in 2…3…4…out…2…3…4” I could hear the words being spoken to me, but couldn’t catch my breath. I sobbed…Continue Reading →
For the Love of HollisI sit at my desk this morning unable to work. My mind is cluttered with the C-word once again. c a n c e…Continue Reading →
The Phone CallToday, I experienced one of those full circle moments in life that takes your breath away. For the past two days, I attended an…Continue Reading →
Cancer Prayers & Mental Illness MurmursNo matter how many activities I packed into today, time seemed to stand still. My heart raced and my mind was dizzy. I have…Continue Reading →