One Year Gone: Lessons in GriefMy eyes opened well before the sun rose, knowing what today was. My heart ached that same ache I have been experiencing for the…Continue Reading →
How I Finally Lost the Holiday WeightI have been feeling heavier than ever these past few weeks. My anxiety high and emotional fuse short. I knew this time of year…Continue Reading →
Happy [Grieving] Birthday to MeMaybe it is because her house is empty or maybe because it is Christmas, maybe it is because President George H. W. Bush’s funeral…Continue Reading →
Ditching the BUSY DietYesterday, I almost forgot to eat…almost. It was one of those work from your car, the hair salon and be the kids’ chauffeur kind…Continue Reading →
Scheduling Grief“Do you think you could carve out 20-minutes a day to grieve?” I looked up at my therapist after her suggestion and quickly replied,…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 →
Why I Am Quitting Normal LifeFor years I’ve been waiting for a break – a time in my life where everything was good and normal. Through the work of…Continue Reading →
Reversing RolesWhen I was little, I would sit in GaGa’s rocking chair, cuddling up as close as I could next to her. Everyone called me…Continue Reading →
Redefining PTSDWOW. That is all I can say. My phone and social media completely blew up following my last post. It’s amazing what happens when…Continue Reading →
Pardon Me While I Feed My Kids Kale and ChemicalsLast night, I posted a picture of my children enjoying ice cream sandwiches following dinner with a caption that said: “Years ago, I would…Continue Reading →
