Thirteen years ago, I signed a lease on a small apartment. My daughter sat beside me. I finished signing, laid down the pen, and put my forehead on the desk. And then I cried. I felt a hand on my back. My sweet 18-year-old baby grownup, Trixie, leaned over and asked softly, "Mom? Are you… Continue reading The Day I Signed my Life Back
Tag: mental-health
Unafraid
All my life I've been afraid. You wouldn't know it because I cover up my fears with humor and what I hope is grace. Or maybe I don't cover it up that well and people have always seen right through me. I've spent my life being afraid that I'm too loud, too obnoxious, too messy.… Continue reading Unafraid
Roxie Rides Again 