I used to think that my anxiety was at it’s worst in certain social situations. In large crowds, among people I didn’t know, going places I was unfamiliar with. In the last few weeks, I have come to find that it is actually situations that are outside of my control that cause my anxiety to… Continue reading Struggling
Tag: Family
Dear Joey
Dear Joey, As I sit here in front of the Christmas tree, I can't help but wonder what your Christmas was like. Every year I wonder what life would be like if we had you here with us. What would you ask Santa for? Would you and Jack like the same things, or would you… Continue reading Dear Joey
Beautiful Laughter
The other morning, my son had a full out meltdown while we were trying to get ready for the day. He didn't want to go to school, so he was using every tool he could think of to try and stay home. He didn't feel good. There was too much snow. His school uniform didn't… Continue reading Beautiful Laughter
Prematurity Awareness
Today is World Prematurity Awareness Day. So many lucky people in this world may not even know that this day exists, but for 1 in 10 parents that have babies born too soon, this day helps them to bring attention to an issue that we as a community need to address. When a baby is… Continue reading Prematurity Awareness
Reflections
Five years ago, I was nearing the end of a five week hospital stay. I thought I would be staying for at least another six weeks, but the next day things would change completely. In a matter of minutes, the bottom would fall out of my world, and I had no idea how far down… Continue reading Reflections