Repost: An open letter to pastors (A non-mom speaks about Mother’s Day)
This is a re-post from: Time-Warp Wife. As we prepare for Mother's Day and the celebration of all the ways in which many women mother, I hope we also remain sensitive to those who have lost their moms and mother
Will Never Do This AGAIN!!!
Last year I finished a 2-year graduate program in order to obtain a 2nd master’s degree. This year as I celebrate the completion of the 1st year of my doctorate program, I have been reflecting on things I wish I’d
For Carter … Our Story of Infant Loss and Healing
Each year I wonder if this year will be the year that I share our story; almost every anniversary/birthdate, almost every Mother’s Day and several sentimental moments in between I stop and ask “Am I ready?” This year I finally
Why Would I Choose You: My 10 Lessons in Business Start-Up and Vendor Selection
Boring title I know, but that's what this post is about :-). Over the last few months I've been speaking to, and in some cases, working with a lot of vendors as I prepare to expand my business. Today, I had
Spring Breakin’
Although my Spring Break was over almost 3 weeks ago, I still remember it fondly. 3 days away from the city, in the mountains with NO homework! It was amazing – lots of sleep, relaxation and restoration. I returned ready
I Learn a Little More Each Day
The end of February is just a few days away and all month my mind has been dominated by thoughts of the lessons I have learned about loving and being loved. I can credit this to many things, including my
When is Grace Enough?
Teaching at Arrendale State Prison has been one of the most rewarding opportunities of my life. Although I never sat with Kelly one on one, I often saw her while on my way out as she peered through the small
[Repost] Are You “Ghana” Follow Me
My lovely friend who I affectionately call my little sister leaves for Peace Corps in just a few days. Here is the text from her very first newsletter: How it all started
Love Prevails
Tomorrow is the first day of February and I find myself asking “where has the time gone already?” Just 4 days after the New Year classes resumed :-/. While I am pleased that this means I will be done by
Ushering in 2015
We’re just a couple days away from the New Year and like many, I am reflecting on what 2015 brought … and took away ;-). Here is my short list of things I learned in 2014: LOVE never fails. Of all