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Sometimes the day doesn’t go as planned – especially if you’re someone living with chronic pain. And that’s OK. I used to be one who …Read More »

Lately I’ve been writing about transforming your life and ways to take the first steps in developing healthier patterns. The first step in that transformation …Read More »

A few months ago, I was listening to The Adult Chair podcast titled The Power of Intentions. In this podcast, Michelle Chalfant described the difference …Read More »

Today is the day that you decide who you are and where you want to go. If you’ve been following along with the steps to …Read More »

In July 2009, I was on a plane on my way to Spain. I was running away from another failing relationship, spending money I didn’t …Read More »

I’m ashamed to report that a majority of my adult life – the time between my high school graduation and my 30th birthday – I …Read More »

Let’s be honest. 2019 was rough. Based on the posts, funny memes, and comments I see as I scroll through FaceBook, most of you will …Read More »

My birthday is this month!!!! This year, to celebrate, I am giving away $100 in gift cards! Three separate winners will each receive ONE gift …Read More »

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– and other lies I tell myself The pain is excruciating. I can barely breathe. It is so bad that I chose to take a …Read More »

“Yeah, that’s not going to happen.” She said it so casually, and I wish it were true. N recently turned 7. She’s growing so fast, …Read More »

To The Man Stranded at the Gas Station: I saw you when I first pulled in. You were pacing around the gas station, phone in …Read More »

Remember that day that I was bragging about my accomplishments and my dedication to my commitment? I was so proud. And like I said in …Read More »

I’m going to brag for a minute because I’m proud of myself. Proud. It’s been made out to be such a dirty word – it’s …Read More »

Have you ever agreed to do something and immediately regretted doing so? Welcome to my life. I do it almost daily because I don’t like …Read More »

We took N and a friend to a Fall Festival today nearby. It was crowded and the lines were long, but the joy on my …Read More »

Where most people see peace, I feel fear. My heartbeat, pulsing in my ears, is deafening. The hair on the back of my neck stands …Read More »

I stand in my own way often. I can find something to be incredibly passionate about – such as starting a new blog – and …Read More »

I recently had a friend send me a text: “Hey gf,” it started. “Think I could vent to you some time on the phone about …Read More »

She was quiet when she got in the car. It was only the second week of school, and I could tell something was off. “How …Read More »

Last week, I posted my first video blog. It was terrifying – and it took me all day to get it done because I wanted …Read More »

What the heck is a vlogger? And why do I want to be one? I don’t. Really. But, here we are. I am taking a …Read More »

I’m not a very spiritual person. Sometimes I say this matter-of-factly, other times I say this out of exasperation, other times I say it wistfully. …Read More »

As I waited for my healthy dinner of take-out tacos from a gas station to be prepared, I scrolled through my Facebook feed, and I …Read More »

We’re moving. Unexpectedly and suddenly. The why is a story for another day. First, we’ll talk about what it’s doing to my head. Anyone who …Read More »

Thank God for Ke$ha. First, damn, that girl can sing. But most importantly, she has a way of finding the inner peace hidden deep within …Read More »

Danielle is colorful. She’s vibrant. She’s energetic, and she’s loud AF. You hear her long before you see her – or at least you used …Read More »

Vulnerability. It’s a scary word with so many negative connotations. Most humans, I feel, try to avoid feeling vulnerable. We’re scared of what could happen …Read More »

I broke myself. Twelve shots of espresso in five hours. Even a seasoned coffee drinker would struggle with this, I think. This was the start …Read More »

Tyler and I both suffer from anxiety – his typically worse than mine because it’s coupled with severe depression. For the most part, I am …Read More »

There are really only three things that can get my anxiety at a paralyzing level: my daughter, our financial situation, and Tyler. Anxiety about anything …Read More »

I’ve been married once before. It was over quick, but it was painful. In more ways than one … “Toon, I’m going to need you …Read More »

I am a fatalist. Ask every friend. If you want to know how something can go wrong, just ask me. I will write you a …Read More »

She’s here again. The Creep. She found the weakness. She set up shop. She’s spouting her war propaganda. You’re no good. You’ll never amount to …Read More »

I hate to spend money. I’m like a squirrel hiding away acorns for the winter when it comes to money. My anxiety has me believe …Read More »

They did everything right. I got to sleep in, breakfast was healthy and delicious, and the espresso was hot and fresh. We went for pedicures …Read More »

An open letter to the snobby and judgmental woman at the gym this morning: I was outside in the public space for our apartment building, …Read More »