Category: Journal
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9/10/25: My Turning Point
One week ago, on September 10, 2025, Charlie Kirk was assassinated. Many years ago, I had the privilege of meeting him. At the time, I couldn’t imagine the positive impact he would have on my country. In recent years, I listened to Charlie’s podcast almost daily. He was unfailingly kind, compassionate, and generous to everyone.…
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I can admit when my husband is right
While driving home the other day, my husband said something that brought me to a full stop. “You don’t ask questions.”
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Thirty, Flirty, and Mostly Thriving
It’s not like my twenties were horrible. Sure, there were embarrassing moments caused by some regrettable fashion and makeup choices…but isn’t that the cross of all millennials to bear?
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Stick to 4 Things: Don’t Try To Do It All
Whoever said that “moms can do it all” was probably a man. That man most likely never cooked, cleaned, or took care of any kids himself. This nameless man that I’ve villainized in my head was a liar. You should not have to do all the things.
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Unpopular Opinion: 2020 Wasn’t the Worst
2020 was hard, but I worked even harder to make fun memories with my family. I chose to remember the good. There was still a lot of frustrated tears and “I hate this year” slipped out a lot, but I didn’t hate the whole year, just the truly sucky bits that I am not going…
Joy & Other Things 