The Weight of Loss: When Grief Feels Numb Family. It’s a word that’s always felt a bit tangled for me. Most of those I call family aren’t bound by blood. I often joke about getting older, how the kids are growing up faster than me. But the truth is, it’s
This year, on my mom’s death anniversary, the mask is off. I’m sitting here, the calendar glaring at me, a digital tombstone marking a day that usually triggers a deep dive into grief. But today, the emotions are raw and overwhelming. I’m not okay, and for the first time in
Sunlight streamed through the window today, a familiar warmth washing over me as I opened the blinds and curtains. It was Mom’s ritual, a simple act that always welcomed the morning light. It felt comforting, yet bittersweet. Mother’s Day always brings a mix of emotions. There’s love, of course, but
Hey everyone! I’m so excited to share the video of my keynote speech from Sinclair College’s 31 Days of Women celebration. It’s called “Unveiling Your Inner Quintessence,” and it’s all about those amazing qualities that make us who we are. This speech is super close to my heart because I
My mom, actually my grandmother who raised me, was an excellent cook and a true food lover. Her kitchen was typically filled with the delicious aromas of classic Louisiana cooking, but when it came to her personal tastes, she craved anything but the usual Southern fare. Most Saturdays, you’d find
Dive into our latest blog post on the messy, beautiful journey of healing and self-love. Embrace the chaos, face challenges head-on, and find beauty in the mess.
Holiday Vs. Seasonal Depression Holiday depression happens to more people than most realize, not to be confused with seasonal depression (seasonal affective disorder), which deals with changing seasons. Holiday depression can hit hard when traditional structures do not apply to a person, which is my situation. At various times of the
How a Change of Perspective Can Effect Understanding I was in Big Lots having a whole out-of-body experience because my imagination jumped up and started sprinting towards my thoughts on perspective. So, my bf is the tallest person I have ever seen and probably one, if not the, tallest I
Glamour Community College Women of the Year How it Started It has taken three months for me to sit down and write about July 13, 2021, when I was named one of Glamour Magazine’s Community College Women of the Year. Since then, I have been riding a wave of emotions
Talking with my boyfriend (an introduction post about him will come once there is more water under that bridge) this morning, I realized how far removed the idea of doing things with family is to me. It is somewhat weird that people see and talk to family members every day or regularly.