Beneath the Sweater and the Skin

When I discovered this poem posted in a change room I stood there, half naked, with tears welling up in my eyes. It moved me and I hope it does the same for you.  Beneath The Sweater And The Skin How many years of beauty do I have left? she asks me. How many more … Read more

Are You a Good Mom?

You know those mornings when nothing seems to be going right. You spill your smoothie all over the kitchen floor. Your son can’t find his shoes ~ again. Your daughter won’t stop screaming when you’re brushing her hair. And you, well you just want to crawl back into bed and cry. Five years ago I … Read more

Keeping Your Promises to Yourself

You know those times when you’ve given in to something you really didn’t want to do? Like eating handfuls of grated cheese while making dinner . . . or is that just me? Time and time again I’ve promised myself that I’d stay away from the cheese. I’ve tried eating small snacks before starting dinner … Read more