Losing My Mom Changed Me
Twenty years. How did all that time pass in what, at times, feels like the blink of an eye and…
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Twenty years. How did all that time pass in what, at times, feels like the blink of an eye and…
Continue ReadingSometimes I feel guilty that I still miss you. Sometimes I feel like enough time has passed, and I should…
Continue ReadingShe held the title of mother. She held the responsibility of friend, caretaker, referee, chauffeur, and all the other duties…
Continue ReadingToday when I was scrolling through Facebook I came upon a post from someone who suddenly lost their father. I…
Continue ReadingI watch as my baby sister rocks and soothes her newborn baby. She cuddles him close and whispers sweet words…
Continue ReadingIf you were only allowed to have ten people at your mother’s funeral, who would you pick? How would you…
Continue ReadingThe world as we know it has changed. Masks are the norm, contact is not. Businesses are closing, restaurants are…
Continue ReadingSome days a daughter just needs her mom. When she has her own kids. When she’s tired and overwhelmed. When…
Continue ReadingYesterday I was at my parents’ house helping my dad out with a few things. I went into the master…
Continue ReadingTwo days ago, I finally threw away the flowers and put away the cards I received when my mom died…
Continue ReadingWomen, more specifically, mothers, have been the backbone of the world since it came into creation. While we don’t always…
Continue ReadingShe's always been there. To feel my kicks as I grew in her womb. Taking up space and residence in…
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