I'm in this weird stage of parenting where my kids physically need me less, but they're basically emotional dumpster fires that I have to manage or the whole town will be ablaze. My ten-year-old has finally submitted to the fact that the world does not revolve around him, though anxiety seems to ... » Learn More about I Don’t Know Who Needs to Hear This, but We’re All F*cking Up
Family Stuff
Parenting, marriage, faith, and funny (with a few rants thrown in for good measure).
Dancing in the Rain
There's no better feeling than when he looks at me and smiles that smile. His whole face lights up, his eyes sparkle, joyful. Our dance is synced, our rhythm steady. To experience the lilt in his laugh is to know the purest kind of love and in that moment, when I am his, I know it is the closest to ... » Learn More about Dancing in the Rain
Things I Learned While Writing My First Book
Since last September, I've been all via GIPHY Morning, noon, and night, I poured over my book, determined to meet the February manuscript deadline. As of February 28 at 3:00, I met that deadline--nay, I SLAYED that deadline!--and I learned a few things whilst slaying. Allow me ... » Learn More about Things I Learned While Writing My First Book
Understanding Pregnancy Over 40
Hi, pals! This post is a bit of a departure from my usual writing, but because I have friends who have experienced or who are currently struggling with infertility issues, I agreed to share this important information. Hugs to anyone who recognizes themselves in these words. Forty is the new ... » Learn More about Understanding Pregnancy Over 40
Names & Words
If you'd said the name "Hamilton" a few years ago, I would've been all meh. Like, okay, he's on the ten dollar bill...aaaand? When the Broadway musical, Hamilton, came out, that all changed, and after seeing it last night, I'm pretty sure that's the whole point of the show: remember Alexander ... » Learn More about Names & Words