motherhood
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Existing in the Chaos
Dear Mom, You know how people talk about the calm before the storm? Well… I’m currently experiencing the storm. I’m in the middle of it. The eye of the hurricane is hovering. It’s windy and treacherous and feels like it… Continue reading
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Thank You for Being My Mom
Dear Mom, Last weekend was Mother’s Day. The day we all collectively celebrate the person(s) in our lives who, so often, does the heavy lifting. Make the appointments. Volunteer at the schools. Sign the papers. Tidy the rooms. Plan the… Continue reading
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Show Don’t Tell
Dear Mom, Did you ever find it super challenging to be a parent? Were there ever any days when you looked at us and thought, “Now how the hell am I going to handle this situation?” Did you ever overreact?… Continue reading
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Can I Ask You Something?
Dear Mom, As I begin to explore the true source of my insecurities, I have one big question for you. First, I want to put it out there that I’m not blaming you. I know that my problems are my problems. I… Continue reading
Sober Letters to Mom 