Various ways to hope
When I first began this blog the purpose was a singular one: to write and express my feelings about having … Continue reading Various ways to hope
The bathroom agenda
I find this whole bathroom discussion absolutely ridiculous for a variety of reasons, most of which stem from my experience … Continue reading The bathroom agenda
When truth slaps you in the face and pops your balloon.
Last night a fellow heart mom posted a link to a study made by the Single Ventricle Survivorship program at … Continue reading When truth slaps you in the face and pops your balloon.
Marathon Monday
On a day when many people I know are standing at the starting line waiting for the race to start, … Continue reading Marathon Monday
It is better to have loved and lost, then to have never loved at all.
Sixteen years ago today, my best friend went through the with decision to end her life. She had been struggling … Continue reading It is better to have loved and lost, then to have never loved at all.
A not-so-friendly reminder with a side of reality
Last week was a great reminder about how life can change from one second to the next. Wednesday afternoon I received … Continue reading A not-so-friendly reminder with a side of reality
Letter to Addie’s teacher
This letter was written for Addie’s kindergarten teacher in response to the announcement that February 5th is the 100th day … Continue reading Letter to Addie’s teacher
Three of the many unpopular decisions I have made recently
I feel like I am in the midst of a storm and nothing feels anchored in my life. In the past … Continue reading Three of the many unpopular decisions I have made recently
Confessions of a frustrated heart mom
In a few weeks, one of my favorite heart mom friends will be packing up, heading onto a plane and … Continue reading Confessions of a frustrated heart mom
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