We all remember a time when we desperately wanted something. That time could be now for some of us. You have laid out a plan,…
6 Things I Appreciate About My Dad
Many of my friends think I am the ultimate daddy’s girl. (Once they meet my baby sister though, they change their minds.) I see why…
6 Ways To Self-care
Everyone seems to be talking about self-care lately; what it is, why it’s important and how to do it. Given the human reputation for selfishness,…
Walking The Path of Grief
Grief. The word is synonymous with loss, death and sadness. We all have different views about grief and how to navigate it. We have preconceived…
Encouragement in Your Season of Waiting- Part 2
This article is the second and final one of a two part series by a guest writer who chose to remain anonymous to protect the…
Encouragement in Your Season of Waiting- Part 1
This article is part one of a two part series by a guest writer who chose to remain anonymous to protect the identity of some…
Adulting and Transitions
Transitions are difficult and exhausting to go through. Even the welcome ones like childbirth, new employment and marriage have the hard weaved into the joy. One moment you are somewhat getting accustomed to the changes of pregnancy and the next you have a baby in your arms and surviving on four hours of sleep on a good day.
Quarantine Friendly Dates with Your Toddler
Like many mommas, one of my biggest goals this year was to spend more intentional time with my daughter and take her on many ‘first time’ dates. So, I wrote down ideas for activities she had never done, like swimming, and places she had never been, like the zoo. I had managed to knock off a few of these, then in came the ‘Rona’. Because most, if not all the activities I came up with were outdoorsy, and the outdoors are currently closed till further notice, I thought I would have to cancel everything.
Navigating Office Politics
After months, sometimes even years of job hunting, you finally land a job. It is not the dream job, but it is a job with decent terms. You are excited so are your family and friends. You start at your new job and soon get the hang of it. Or so you thought.
Mother’s Day without Mama
With Mother’s Day a few days away, I am tempted to think that I miss Mama more during this time. But there is no day I miss her more. I miss her the same each day because it is impossible to miss her any more than I already do.