On processing the pain…

"Mothers cannot give from a depleted source. Every mother needs emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual validation, nourishment, and support. When a mother is respected and well cared for, she and her whole family will benefit." ~ a motherwoman principle.  I am nearly eight weeks into raising my second daughter. Which means I am nearly eight … Continue reading On processing the pain…

On owning it….

Tomorrow at 6:40am will mark the close of what has been (and likely will be, for some time) the hardest year of my life. Who knew that a 7-pound-5.6-ounce creature could do that to a grown up? It doesn't matter how much you read or learn or ask. It doesn't matter how much advice you … Continue reading On owning it….