mothersanddaughters

  • Your Side of My Story

    Dear Mom, A couple of months ago, I was gifted a magical book called The Book of Alchemy by Suleika Jaouad. You would have absolutely loved this gem of a book, the writer, and most definitely her musician husband. It breaks my… Continue reading

    Your Side of My Story
  • My First Beta Reader

    Dear Mom, I was reminded last week about the days when you’d be my beta reader. For so many years, you provided me with feedback, constructive criticism, and edits. Of course, there were also many pieces of writing that I… Continue reading

    My First Beta Reader
  • Life, Death, and the Diagnosis That Came Between Us

    Dear Mom, I’ve been writing a lot lately about my need and desire to forgive and move on from the mistakes I made as a teenager and young adult. All the moments when I screwed up and all the apologies… Continue reading

    Life, Death, and the Diagnosis That Came Between Us