Today is my mom’s birthday. Growing up, I always knew my mom’s caretaking and generosity were next-level. She never reserved her kindness for people or places that held personal significance—her heart extended to everyone. Her […]
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Moonlit Missive #8 Friendship That Lasts: Love Through Silence
Moonlit Missives is my February series dedicated to writing love letters to individuals and communities deserving of recognition and respect. Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to express love, appreciation, and remind others of their […]
Moonlit Missive #1: A Heartfelt Letter for Anyone Who Feels Lost or Alone
Moonlit Missives is my February series dedicated to writing love letters to individuals and communities deserving of recognition and respect. Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to express love, appreciation, and remind others of their […]
Living Fully
When I was nearly 18, a fellow high school senior from Buffalo lost his battle with cancer. His passing was my first encounter with death among peers, and it struck me deeply. It was a […]
Something about nothing
Sometimes taking a moment to do ‘nothing’ is the best ‘something’ that we can do. ― Craig D. Lounsbrough I had myself a summer. As predicted, it was pure Wonder Years. There’s something about nothing. Allowing myself […]
The Forty Files 