What was I doing?! Why was I doing things I hated? Is this what I wanted my kids to learn?

If you have played a part in my life in this past year, I toast to you - good, bad, or otherwise. Thank you for making it what it was…

I let that sink in deep - why was I still doing things that didn't make me happy and fulfilled?

While my heart grew increasingly heavy with each passing month, I was still hopeful – always keeping a stash of pregnancy tests...

It all snuck up on me - all those moments as they grew ever so slowly right before my eyes; their' voices, style, interests, moods, etc.

While reflecting back over this year, as I do before each new one, this one required a few deep breaths and a stiff drink.

THE ART OF DISTRACTION I am a master of distraction — it’s an art form, really. I have spent my whole life honing this skill. I’ve...