March 16, 1967 is a day of significance in our family. Or should it be January 22? What about January 30, 1967? Maybe it’s every day my parents have made the choice to uphold promises and […]
Category: Random Thoughts
Withdrawing into the Desert: Observing Lent
I can remember my Catholic bestie giving up candy for Lent each year. It was a real buzz kill. I mean… Easter candy is the best, am I right? Cadbury hard shelled milk chocolate eggs?!? […]
Strong Women Series: Sarah Vance
I came across Sarah Vance’s Instagram account one day when I was searching the hashtag, #bodypositivity. I was blown away by her ability to really dig deep and truly discuss what is going on in […]
Closer to What I Really Want: Changing My Disordered Eating
I’m going to preface this piece by stating I am not a healthcare professional. I’m not a doctor or a counselor. I’m not a nutritionist. I’m not even a personal trainer anymore. What I am […]
Wishes at The Copper Penny
I sat on a barstool and watched those gathered in the room melt into one another as if they’d always been meant to share the small basement bar room. Alcohol and deep sentiment are good conduits […]
Breaking the Rules: See You in February
I’m not one for breaking rules, just because. But if there is legit justification, well, then, by all means, break away. Which is exactly what I’ll be doing this month. January is for new commitment and […]
A Beautiful Life: New Year Resolutions
Ah, a new year. It seems when this event rolls around, there are two camps. The resolution makers and those staunchly against them. This year I find myself in a strange place. I have realized, […]
Call Me Hypocrite
The feeling wasn’t a creeping, growing knowing. It was a kick to the solar plexus, concrete lump in the guts, kind of realization. I am a hypocrite. No rationalization or creative spin could change the […]
The Look of Greatness
We all have our causes, our passions—issues that have carved out a place in each individual’s heart and mind as important. I have a friend whose cause is adoption, another who is a champion for […]
Dear Haters: A Love Letter
Dear Haters, You are a difficult bunch to love, that much is true. But despite such difficulty, I still have love for you. You remind me daily of who not to be. If ever I forget […]
