Traditions have a way of grounding us, offering a sense of continuity that transcends time. In our little family of four, we’ve created and nurtured traditions not just around the usual holidays, but also in […]
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the invisible life of a writer and the energy of an educator
When I decided I wanted to write—really write—I knew, deep down, that the corporate world wasn’t where I belonged. I’ve probably always known that I’m not built for corporate America. It feels far too rigid, […]
The Power of Patience in Motherhood
Mothering is the kind of work that keeps me in a constant state of questioning. Raising two daughters in a world that claims progress for women while simultaneously restricting their worth and rights feels both […]
From Cowardice to Courage: A Journey of Self-Reclamation
My youngest has an extraordinary ability to shift from nervous to fearless. Even when she stumbles, she pushes through the embarrassment and shares her feelings with a vulnerability so unguarded, it overwhelms me. I think […]
A Hot Mess and a Hallelujah
Easter is not about a people who have it all together. It’s about a Savior who knows we don’t—and came anyway.— Unknown I grew up in the Catholic Church. These days, I practice Presbyterianism. But […]
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