As a writer, I often walk a fine line between what I want to share and what is better left unwritten. And through years of writing from personal experience and putting myself out there publicly, I’ve learned that everyone in my life — however casual or intimate — shoulders the burden of being the potential […] Read more…
Another Divorce First: The Anniversary
Today I stare down another divorce first: my anniversary. Today would have been my 14th. So how am I supposed to deal with my first post-divorce anniversary? Please join me over at Huffington Post as I share my thoughts. Read more…
Top 10 Upsides to Divorce
Generally speaking, divorce sucks. I don’t think you’ll hear many people say, “The year I got divorced was the best year of my life!” In fact, most divorcees will say it was the worst year of their lives. Lawyers, custody schedules, division of possessions. Yeah, I could sit here and list all the things that […] Read more…
Roller Coaster Meets Huffington Post
I’m excited to announce my new gig as a Huffington Post blogger! I’m thrilled to have such a huge platform to share my journey through divorce and single motherhood. Click here to head on over to my Huffington Post debut. As always, I appreciate any comments you take the time to share with me. Read more…
Happy Moment: Life’s a Beach
Last Sunday was Mother’s Day. And my Mother’s Day was fantastic, due in large part to the fact that I have the coolest kids ever, but also because I live in walking distance to the beach and because Mother Nature gave me the gift of sunshine. Happy moments are everywhere… Happy Moment: Life’s a Beach Read more…
Top 10 Uplifting Divorce Quotes
I find comfort in other people’s words. I feel better knowing my feelings have been felt before. I’m motivated by encouraging sentiments. I can change my perspective for the better with a glimpse of another’s insight. That’s why I love quotes. I started collecting quotes when I was a teenager and realized that other people […] Read more…
