My family and I are beginning to emerge from quarantine and resume some *new* normal routines. This weekend was a treat because we got to celebrate a friend’s special birthday by the pool with a small group of friends...
I am adopted.
Before I get started, just for clarification purposes, I call the woman who adopted and raised me my mom. I call the woman who gave me up for adoption, my birth mother.
The first question I usually get...
Dear Naya,
The mothers know.
We have never met. I know nothing of your life other than what the tabloids have printed and that you starred in Glee. However, this past week many people have spoken your name, prayed for you,...
No one told me that your heart grows, not only for your child but also for your partner.
Marrying you was a dream. We still had so much to grow within ourselves and together but that time was golden. We...
As a recently divorced single mother, living in COVID-19 reality, I’ve had a hard time coming to terms with this particular season in my life. Ahh, 2020. You are full of surprises!! I never imagined life would be as...
“This is where they fought the Battle of Gettysburg. Fifty thousand men died right here on this field, fightin' the same fight that we're still fightin' amongst ourselves today. This green field right here was painted red, bubblin' with...
It is no secret that our lives have drastically changed in one way or another over the last month. We are conducting business, education, childcare, and socialization in ways that are new to everyone. It is tough for us,...
Wow. Where did March and April go? I can’t believe that it’s been nearly 50 days since I’ve hugged my daddy’s neck! Look out, Daddy, because I’m coming for you when this is over! In the meantime, home-bound with...
I know that you are young and don’t understand the complexities of the world yet, and for that I am jealous. I know that you don’t quite understand what is happening around you, and to be honest, I hope...
The past few weeks have been trying times to say the least. We, as a world, are all united in one common fight. And while there are certainly dark days, this time has drawn out the light in each...
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Teaching Moments at the Polls
While I am not one to share political opinions on social media despite my interest in current events, I’ve always been enthusiastic about encouraging...
