One of the first things my 17-month-old does when she wakes up in the morning is call out for me. She might still be laying in her crib and just playing with her toes. But she always calls out for me as soon as she wakes up. Mama, Mama, Mama. It always makes me giggle a … Continue reading MAMA, MAMA, MAMA

I am currently sitting in my car, parked on my driveway, spying on my toddler through the rear view mirror as she sleeps soundly with a piece of baguette from Panera hanging out of her mouth. I don't plan on getting out of the car until she wakes up from her midday nap, which can … Continue reading PARKED CAR AFTERNOONS

It takes a village to raise a mama. We've all heard the age-old saying that it takes a village to raise a child. For obvious reasons, this statement has been largely undisputed. But it has become very clear to me that this statement also rings true for mamas. Motherhood is not easy. I don't care … Continue reading THE VILLAGE

un·fit /ənˈfit/ adj. not having the requisite qualities or skills to undertake something competently Thursday, June 1, 2017. It was my 30th birthday; it was the day that almost killed me; it was the day that I chose to die to myself every single day for the sake of the little girl that they placed onto … Continue reading WE, THE “UNFIT”