Dream come true

A few weeks ago, in the stagnant heat of our storage building in July, I dug through boxes and crates.… Read more Dream come true

Merging

I’m pretty sure I’ve never cried so much in my life. Since having my daughter in November, my perspective has… Read more Merging

First time I had sex, I was raped. First marriage failed. First gymnastics meet, I dislocated my elbow. First job… Read more First

I feel like Captain Hook every day. I hear the tick tock of an invisible clock, and at times, it’s… Read more Drowning the crocodile

Last night, I had a more-trying-than-usual time lulling my baby into slumber. I nursed her. I changed her diaper. I… Read more How about a round of applause?

“If you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all.” My eyeballs automatically rolled back into my head at… Read more Mama said, part 7