At times, I’ll share my personal experiences with various coping methods and life lessons that have helped me make it out of the brier patch.
Grief’s Unseen Grip: A Personal Story of Loss & Reconnection
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 not just the kids who […]
Grief: Anniversaries of Loss
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 years, I’m not trying to […]
A Mother’s Day Short Essay
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 also pain and questions that […]
31 Days of Women 2024
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
A Culinary Legacy: Learning from My Mom’s Kitchen
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 us parked in front of […]
Embracing the Chaos: Healing, Self-Love, and the Octopus-Spaghetti Dance
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 Depression: Tears On My Pillow
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
Perspective: A Bird’s Eye View
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