We all have had a parenting fail. Some of us more than others. In the end, we are reminded of how much we love our children. And how we do all that we can to raise them to be productive citizens. I advocate for Harrison and Sydney. It has become second nature to me. For … More My Parenting Fail
I see your pain. Even in a crowded room it is noticeable to me. Maybe others don’t see your pain. But I do. Maybe it is because I am a professional at pretending that everything is perfect. When in reality I am living in hell. You didn’t mean to yell at your child. You are … More I See Your Pain
Don’t ever let anyone tell you or make you feel like you are not enough. You might start to believe that you don’t have enough money, enough clothes, enough friends or enough rooms in your house. You are enough. When you realize that some people get joy from making others feel inferior. You will be … More I Am Enough
It only took six pregnancy tests for me to accept that I was really pregnant. Me pregnant? The doctors told me that this would never happen. But God had a different plan. As I stare out of the window on the way to Beaumont Hospital. I can’t comprehend that I am 32 weeks pregnant. I’ve … More October 8, 2002
Have you ever had one of those days? The kind of day were everything that could go wrong goes wrong. It might be traffic, an argument, or another disappointment. Nevertheless, the day leaves you feeling defeated, discouraged and frustrated. Here’s a newsflash for you. Those days will happen. The question is how will you respond? … More When All You Can Do Is Just Breathe
I had a revelation. There isn’t an award for being a superhero. So, if you are waiting on some accolades for going above and beyond. Stop waiting. P.S. Stop killing yourself. We can’t save the world. We can only do so much. Things that are out of our control. Are the things that we pray … More Stop Being A Superhero
I don’t know about you. But when it comes to making decisions, it is a hard task for me. I can’t just think about myself. Harrison and Sydney are major factors in every daily decision that I make. That means sometimes putting my dreams on hold. This week I have been asked to make a … More Decisions, Decisions
I can’t believe that Mommy and Daddy drove to visit us in Michigan. I’m not sure that Rob will come around since my family is in town. I think I am moving to Delaware. I am not sure. But I need to clean out this house. Just in case we need to move quickly. Well, … More And The Plot Thickens
I know I am not the only one that has thought to themselves. What in the hell am I doing? We are so quick to tell people that we are okay. But in reality we are bound by chains and shackles. We may still be walking, but we are dragging along extra baggage. It might … More What The ………?
Before you get all excited. This blog isn’t about President Trump, the NFL, the anthem, police brutality or black lives matter. Race is often the elephant in the room. I know some situations may be difficult. I am sure we have all been in situations that were uncomfortable. We have to have a dialogue about … More Race, The Elephant In The Room
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