Don’t Cry
“Don’t cry. I’m still here.” I was only twelve years old when those words rolled off my tongue. I didn’t know what else to say, what else to do. It […]
I Have To Tell You Something
“I have to tell you something.” Back in the day, hearing these words would’ve sent my mind into overdrive. I’d break into full-on gypsy mode, gazing desperately into the crystal […]
Mindfulness
I can’t help it. I’ve got mindfulness on the brain. It’s been that way since I took the plunge a few weeks ago with my first speaking gig for Nurse’s […]
Pennies Galore
“See a penny, pick it up. All day long you’ll have good luck.” Who can resist the famous penny quote from the movie Grease? That line has basically been part […]
Angel in Disguise
It happened to be one of “those” days. I could’ve sworn I had the whole grief thing under control. After all, it had been four years since Mom and Dad […]
Good Grief
"Good night. Don't let the bedbugs bite." The dim light of Mom’s hospital room couldn't hide our smiles as we recognized one of her many popular bedtime catchphrases. But tears quickly welled up behind my grin. I desperately racked my brain for something lighthearted to say -- the only distraction standing between myself and a complete, emotional breakdown.