The Ties That Bond
When I was a little girl, my siblings and I would have arguments as most siblings do from time to time. Most were harmless and simple, allowing us to forgive …
Little Joys
An organization recently polled 2,000 people on behalf of Bubbies Ice Cream and 83% said the little things bring the most joy to their lives, and 72% experience more of …
Let me tell you about my Best Friends
When I was a senior in high school, I was the photo editor for my school’s yearbook. My two best friends were also on the yearbook team. I think my …
Representation Matters
Growing up I did not have one teacher who was a person of color. Although it’s quite shocking to me now, I don’t think I really noticed it growing up. …
Sliding Doors
I’m not a huge movie buff, but I did enjoy the movie Sliding Doors starring Gwyneth Paltrow. It constructs the parallel “what if” concept. When a woman is fired from …
Those That Wait
There is a reason why people say patience is a virtue. I believe waiting is the hardest thing to do. I don’t think the actual waiting is difficult, I believe …
Back to School
Growing up I loved school and even more, I loved the start of a new school year. In elementary school, I looked forward to going out with my mother to …
Dream a Little
My favorite quote of all time is by Gail Blanke from her book In My Wildest Dreams. In discussing women pursuing their dreams, she contemplates why women so often believe …
What are you Leaving Behind?
When I was in the sixth grade, my teacher Mrs. Morgan asked us all to write one short story per week for six weeks. Although I was a straight-A student …