Another Teen Takes Her Own Life: We Must Stop Ignoring Mental Illness
"He killed himself." I practiced it over and over. It took me years to accept, but I knew I had…
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"He killed himself." I practiced it over and over. It took me years to accept, but I knew I had…
Continue ReadingWhen couples get married, they expect to start a new chapter of their lives. An exciting chapter that may include…
Continue ReadingIn September of 2012, Kyle and I found out we were expecting our first baby. I will never forget the…
Continue ReadingEvery year the Christmas season fills me with a sense of excitement and joy. I love the peaceful, reverent feeling…
Continue ReadingIn the aftermath of my sister passing away, I have long struggled with the fear of who was going to…
Continue ReadingThere I sat, offside and away from their cheer. Amidst the sheer joy, I caught my breath in a moment…
Continue ReadingToday was no different than any other morning. I got up, exercised at 515 a.m., showered, got ready and then…
Continue ReadingMy husband, Rode Lewis, is a working cowboy. We, along with our daughters, live on a cattle ranch. Every day…
Continue ReadingPictures of giddy children posed in front of the Christmas tree, snapshots of families at sunset on winter vacations, selfies…
Continue ReadingA few years ago, I was driving to work on the busy interstate the week before Christmas. My mind was…
Continue ReadingMom always let me open one present on Christmas Eve. I was never excited about it, though, because I knew…
Continue ReadingThe tree lights are twinkling as the soft sound of music fills the room. Laughter can be heard along with…
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