Full disclosure: This post was written with the complete permission of my son. He has read it and approved its publishing. That said, we've chosen to publish it anonymously. This post is part 3 of a 5-part series, following...
Dear Dream Job,
If someone would have told me 15 years ago I would be typing out this letter, I would have laughed in their face. Please don’t hate me, but we need to talk. Looking back on our time...
TW: This post mentions suicidal thoughts.
To the ultrasound technician who scanned my daughter (for the third time in a week) post-emergency appendectomy:
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
You had no idea of the weight your kind words carried. You had...
Disclaimer: This post is meant to shed light on Postpartum depression and anxiety but may be triggering to some. If you are struggling with PPD/PPA/PPP you can find support at Postpartum Support International and Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance
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Hey, You. It's your Momma.
You're only six years old right now. You have two younger sisters. You are strong and beautiful and smart and brave, and I love every second of being with you. You're fun, rambunctious, mischievous, and...
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