Posts by: Sophia San Filippo

Based in New York City, Sophia San Filippo has worked with Love What Matters as a lead editor and content curator since early 2019 and has acted as Managing Editor since early 2021. She is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Binghamton University who holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature, Creative Writing, and Women, Gender, & Sexuality Studies. She is passionate about personal storytelling and creating a positive space in media to better the lives of others. On a typical day you can find her rocking out at her local concert venue, admiring nature, or baking her latest kitchen experiment.

‘This is the strangest thing to ever happen at the New Jersey DEA. Come to the precinct at once.’: Mom hilariously recalls Christmas gift gone wrong

“I tried to get the best Christmas gift for my daughter on Etsy and accidentally became embroiled in an international drug-smuggling ring. The things we do for our kids.”

Sophia San Filippo - Nov 23, 2020

It’s Time To Start Living Like You’re Dying (Take It From Me, A Brain Tumor Survivor)

“I had a brain tumor in this picture I didn’t know about. And, most likely, even five to six years ago, it was there.”

Sophia San Filippo - Nov 23, 2020

‘The photographer asked, ‘Would you like to retake the photo without the tooth sticking out?’ She replied, ‘Nope, I’m good!’: Mom admires ‘strong-willed’ daughter after hilarious school photos

“This is the look of a strong-willed girl who knows exactly what she’s doing. Look how proud she is!”

Sophia San Filippo - Nov 20, 2020

‘We aren’t just going to let him die!’ I slammed my hands on the table. I knew this wouldn’t be our story.’: Baby survives terminal NKH diagnosis, ‘We take note of every little miracle’

“They printed out a sheet from Google explaining the condition. ‘He’ll never leave the NICU.’ He had his first seizure and stopped breathing. I knew God would heal him.”

Sophia San Filippo - Nov 20, 2020

‘Won’t you get too attached?’ Every every court date, every appointment, every 2 a.m. feeding, he may never even remember the slightest thought of me.’: Woman shares candid reality of being a foster parent

“Even after all these years, I feel my heart fall deep into the pit of my stomach when the caseworker calls. I’ve chosen to lose a little piece of my heart so that maybe, just maybe, it may help mend theirs.”

Sophia San Filippo - Nov 20, 2020

Dear Non-Judgemental Friends: Thank You For Being The Forever Door To My Safe Space

“Thank you for pointing out my harsh panty lines, listening to my poop stories, and forgiving me when I forget to text back.”

Sophia San Filippo - Nov 20, 2020

Yelling Used To Be The Only Way To Get My Ex’s Attention, Now I Live A Life Loud In Love

“I no longer yell. I no longer need to.”

Sophia San Filippo - Nov 20, 2020

‘Something wrong, dear?’ The price of a turkey was more expensive than she thought. She laid out her coupons, anxiously watching the numbers on the register climb.’: Man recalls Thanksgiving act of kindness

“She counted her money, paused, and let out a heavy sigh. She was $4.00 short. The manager lied, ‘Susan, did you not see the sales signs we put out today? Everyone who buys a fresh turkey gets a free pumpkin pie. Take that pie off her bill, please.'”

Sophia San Filippo - Nov 19, 2020

I Battled Infertility, Then I Gave Birth To Triplets And A Set Of Twins

“‘How many embryos did you implant?’ I managed to squeak out, ’Two.’ There, on the screen, we saw THREE flickering heartbeats. It was a one in 10,000 chance.”

Sophia San Filippo - Nov 19, 2020

‘They will fight and argue, but they are forever protectors. Their specific hearts needed one another, and God knew it before I did.’: Mom cherishes sacred bond between siblings

“I planned the age separation between my two kids. I imagined their genders, I played out scenarios. I planned my pregnancy and c-section. And in true God fashion, all MY plans got tossed to the wayside. At the time it felt cruel. Now I know, God’s timing was, and is, perfect.”

Sophia San Filippo - Nov 19, 2020