from My Childhood Home — August 06, 1992. This day will be etched in my memory for the rest of my life. It was the day my brother and I moved from our childhood home in the greater Chicagoland area up to a small town in Wisconsin. Can we say culture shock? In reality, it…

… and the lessons learned Apa was created to be a Pediatrician. He did his craft better than any other person I met. He was stupendous with the kids. He spoke their language and figured out what was going on with them on a deeper level. …

… as does our generation We’ve heard it all our lives: You’re part of the Boomers, or Gen Z, X, Y… whichever. Our generation most certainly defines who we are. We view life similarly to those in our generation. The older generation doesn’t understand; whilst the younger generation doesn’t have…

As we wrap up the year and begin anew, there’s a flood of emotions coursing through my veins. I reminisce about multiple years gone by and look forward to what great new adventures, lessons learned, and life gains are ahead for the upcoming trip around the sun. Do you feel…

Just as I was ramping up momentum and was ready to rock the world, I fell ill. Isn’t that how it seems to work? It’s almost as if the enemy said, “You’re going to do God’s work & that’s not okay with me.” But alas, that’s not how it happened…

Most of the time, single parenting is not a big deal to me. I’ve been doing it, the second time around, for over a decade now. I find joy in the endless hugs and opportunities to nurture my children as they grow into awe inspiring adults. Two out of the…

Do you remember the first area you had that was all yours? Was it vast or on the smaller side? Was it your first room? Was it in the family room with your toys? Was it the space below the stairwell? I remember my first space vividly. At twelve-years young…

Toothpaste. Once you squeeze it out, it’s nearly impossible to put it back in the tube again. Words and actions are much the same. Choosing our words wisely and behaving with intention lays the foundation for successful relationships. …

This month marks a decade of our freedom from abuse. It has been filled with countless tears, moments of hope, and clearly defined insight. There is plenty to celebrate and much to overcome. But now, the overcoming is not self-focused. It is an external focus. There’s a necessary mindset shift…