When Your Therapist Says ‘Tell Me More’ – Don’t RunAfter months of barely floating above water, I am finally finding my footing on life’s uneven shores. Last week I had a therapy session,…Continue Reading →
Because Not Even Jesus Could Do It AllThis working mom thing has been kicking my ass lately. I do my best to manage my foundation, mentoring folks in recovery, while also…Continue Reading →
On Being StillWeekends in treatment were slow…and I mean sloooooow. It was so frustrating to have so much downtime in our schedule. We should be ‘working’…Continue Reading →
Dented, Not DamagedThe week that forever changed our lives is upon us. Last night, I posted a picture saying, “The week Jordan and I have been…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 →
Detoxing from a Weekend BingeHere is what my former eating disordered life looked like: Monday-Thursday: restrict, calorie rules, weighing in 20-40 times per day, diet pills, low fat,…Continue Reading →
The Anatomy of Recovery: From Purging to Professional VisitsFebruary 9, 2011 Up and down. Up and down. One step at a time, then two. I raced up and down the stairs unpacking…Continue Reading →