Every human is important. But sometimes we give too much room to unimportant people to steal our joy. These are people who don’t hold any sway in your life. They can’t make your life better. But these are the people we let take up space in your head. Everyone is important. Everyone has value. But…
According to Meriam-Webster, an open-minded person is open to [other] arguments and opinions and is not prejudiced. Are you an open-minded? A large majority of people consider themselves to be open-minded. But truthfully, are they really? You might not be aware of it, but could you be manifesting the trait of closed-mindedness? Being closed-minded will…
Introduction When I think about oatmeal, I remember my grandfather, Pa. Because I spent the first 12 years of my life living with him. I remember his breakfasts included oatmeal cooked with coconut milk and sweetened with brown cane sugar (homemade) or condensed milk. As much as I miss Pa, I don’t miss the sickly…
When life gets overwhelming sometimes it’s good to take a step back. Take a break. How would life change for you if every now and again you had a Do Nothing Day? That’s right. Just do nothing! While talking to my friend the other day I told her I was having a do-nothing day. It…
A miracle happens when we believe that it can. When situations seem impossible, belief can move us towards positive outcomes. A miracle! Thirty nine years ago on February 13 I gave birth to a baby boy. He was due on June 7. But my body wanted to expel him at 23 weeks gestation. To…
Introduction About a year or so ago I became an empty nester after mothering solo for over 25 years. The unique challenge of being a solo mom continued. And I had to come to terms with my decision as a mom who leaves the nest. My three sons are now adults. Charting their own path. Living…
Introduction Worrying about your kids while you can’t sleep is just the worst. When they are babies, every sound you hear makes you jump into action, “Is she ok? Is she breathing? Did she run away? Did someone kidnap her?” But how do you sleep more and worry less when your nights are filled with…
While the world wrestled with the uncertainty of COVID-19, I took off across the US to shake off the feeling of melancholy I was getting tired of being cooped up in the house for months with no end in sight. Before COVID I had a lot of travel plans. But with lockdown and travel restrictions,…
Introduction When we are in the throes of mothering solo, we seldom have the presence of mind to think about becoming an empty nester. Despite the fact that many times we wish our problems away. Since I know from experience that wishing and dreaming don’t give us what we want I’ve come up with things…
Introduction If you learn to change your words, you can change your life. Being a solo mom can be very challenging. Being solely responsible for the lives of others can also be a lonely and scary place. Even if you are not mothering solo. You may feel hopeless and alone. Some cultures even discard their…
