When your child is sick, your holiday will look different.
Tag: Health
My Thanksgiving Prayer
Mississippi isn’t known for its smooth roads, but potholes matter far less when you’re running. You can easily maneuver the adversity on foot.
Wouldn’t it be amazing if all of life’s struggles could be resolved so effortlessly?
My Motherhood, My New Self
When I was growing up, I was ridiculed for being too thin – too imperfect by the world’s standards. But, in college, I came into my own (even if my tank top choices were questionable). And, for the first time, I loved the skin I was in.
Bearing Loss
Just before I turned 26, I miscarried our first child. I let the darkness carry me away for many months.
My husband and I weren’t in a position to pursue pregnancy. And I felt like a failure.
The Great American Family Road Trip [2017]: Days 11-13
“Do you want to stay or leave?”
It’s a question with no right answer, but it comes up often in our marriage.
Several weeks ago, my husband and I decided to make our last overnight stop a short stay in Mississippi with his family. But our daughter’s diagnosis of hand, foot, and mouth in Colorado changed everything.
We desperately needed a day outside of the car.
But, if we stayed longer than originally planned, could we drive from Mississippi to Georgia in one day in time to make our kids’ preschool open house at 7 p.m. the next day?
This would be the challenge on the final leg of our journey.
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The Great American Family Road Trip [2017]: Day 9
Chocolate cake for breakfast.
Is there any other way to celebrate your four-year-old’s birthday on the road?
For months, my excitement had been building for this special day. My husband and I even purchased two books a month ago and wrapped them for our little guy.
And as we stood singing “Happy Birthday” off-key at 7 a.m., I couldn’t shake a feeling.
Today will be memorable for all.
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The Great American Family Road Trip [2017]: Day 8
We aren’t rich enough to be here.
It’s an insecurity that crept in throughout our visit to Aspen, Colorado – arguably one of the most beautiful places in the world. The Land Rovers, lavish jewelry, and perfect complexions are hard to ignore.
But there is something significant that everyone who frequents Aspen has in common. They love recreation and the natural world.
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How We Can Prevent Suicide
Is there a Millennial who survived teenage angst without Linkin Park?
The world is currently mourning the loss of the talented Chester Bennington. I am, too. And, ironically, last week I completed suicide prevention training.
The question feels as urgent as ever: How can we prevent suicide?
Keeping Lollipops Special
My daughter danced gleefully on her seat. Then the table.
It was her first lollipop high.
3 Reasons to Stay Encouraged
The holding on – isn’t it so much easier to let go?
Over the last year, I have been fighting – psychologically, at least – to stay encouraged.
Unlearning 