February 28, 2020   – The start of this year has been a whirlwind! We finished 2019 with Alex graduating and having our sweet James appear in the world two weeks early. One week after bringing James back from the hospital, we decided to look into renting a house, but things took a turn…

I seldom express my political viewpoints, opting to absorb diverse perspectives attentively, sometimes finding amusement in the absurdity of specific ideas. My political involvement remained minimal throughout my upbringing, even upon reaching voting age. When compelled to participate in the voting process, I swiftly scanned the ballot, marking every candidate…

As someone who values loyalty, the abrupt end of friendships has always deeply affected me. Like many, I’ve experienced the ebb and flow of friendships. The process of drifting apart from friends, though natural, is always challenging. Initially, I believed that childhood friendships were meant to last a lifetime. So,…

SOME DAYS ALL I’M KNOWN AS IS A MOTHER AND NOT A PERSON WHO HAS AN IDENTITY SEPERATE FROM MOTHERHOOD…. There is something beautiful about being a mother. It is an experience like no other. But with it comes a multitude of changes. Mothers are keenly aware of how important…

The Chicago-based therapist Rachel Kazes says that a name change can be a powerful tool for survivors. It is important to regain control after a traumatic experience. If the perpetrator used the person’s name, they might want to use a nickname or middle name instead.My evolution as a person and…

Whenever I hear the word “only,” I consider it a swear word. Your NICU stay’s length and complexity do not determine your eligibility to be a NICU mother. NICU mommyhood begins the moment your child enters those NICU doors. NICU stands for Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, which means that once…

Your story is YOURS to tell. You get to choose if you tell it, how you tell it, and why you tell it…. Hey there, friends! As I navigate all the associated thoughts and feelings, this blog has been a challenge for me. As a result of some roadblocks, I…

I have two young children, with a third due in May. When representing my children to other mothers, I am very conscious of my words and how I present them. Speaking about my children lovingly and respectfully is crucial for their emotional and spiritual growth. Conversely, how I respond when…

As a young girl growing up in a conservative Christian household, Joshua Harris’s book “I Kissed Dating Goodbye” significantly influenced my understanding of relationships, sexuality, and faith. Its rigid principles and uncompromising stance on purity culture left an indelible mark on my psyche, shaping my perceptions of love and intimacy…