“When I moved out of state, my grandma would prepare a batch of kolaches to send with whomever was traveling my way. It always brought a little piece of home and comfort to me.”
Traditional Fruit-Filled Kolaches (Sweet Pastries) From Grandma
Suicide Survivor Gets Prevention Plaques Placed On Sunshine Skyway Bridge
“Your existence matters. Your life matters. Your feelings matter.”
‘I used to wear 3 bras in middle school. It’s crazy the ways we look for acceptance.’: Woman stresses importance of being yourself
“A couple years ago, I watched the season finale of a show I’d never seen before. I endured the gruesome 2 hours of it, just for one conversation by the coffee maker.”
Dear Adoptive Parents: It’s OK To Make Mistakes
“I made one of the biggest mistakes a parent could make: I was irresponsible. I waited for the Child Services to arrive. I wondered if they’d take her away from us. If they did, would we be able to say goodbye? Would they give us a second chance?”
To The Overwhelmed Mom: It’s OK To Let Go Of Responsibilities
“We are not meant to do it all. Even if we are being asked to by the world.”
‘My family is one of brokenness, but it is a family all the same.’: Single mom shares adoption of 6 children from foster care
“‘There is no way I could do this with three kids.’ But there is so much loss in foster care and adoption and I felt strongly that losing a sibling was not something I ever wanted any part of, so within a few breaths, I said yes.”
Dear Moms: Thanks For Caring About The Things No One Else Does
“I’m talking about the minutiae of daily life. What a gift this is.”
‘Life was instantly flipped upside down.’: Woman battling epilepsy navigates life after diagnosis, creates support community
“Living with epilepsy isn’t easy but we have an option: we can make it easier on ourselves or harder. Look for the silver linings in the storm.”
Children Are Always Observing (And Absorbing Like A Sponge!)
“Children are often mirrors of what they see and hear those around them do and say.”
‘He wanted help, and I wanted him to die.’: Domestic violence survivor shares healing, overcoming trauma
“I have learned to not run away from, but to go through the pain, to get to the other side.”