I have a little bluetooth speaker in my shower that I love. The other day, I had on Apple’s “Country Faith” playlist and the Florida Georgia Line song “Blessings” came on. I love that song; I do. But after going through my divorce, I no longer believe that rings true for me—I just couldn’t beContinue reading “Why losing a partner isn’t the end of it all—it’s just one chapter”
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The 7 people you need in your life when going through a divorce
Divorce can knock you off your game so fast. The emotional energy your body uses just to make it through the day can make it hard to do much else. Your mental energy is lowered. Kiss your physical energy goodbye too. Emotions, specifically anxiety and stress, are taking up a lot of your day. ThisContinue reading “The 7 people you need in your life when going through a divorce”
How to make it through Father’s Day when there’s no father around
I will never forget when a dozen roses showed up at my door Father’s Day weekend, just one month after my world was rocked and my ex had a protective order against him. They were from my boss with a note that said, “I’m sure this is a tough weekend. Thinking of you.” She wasContinue reading “How to make it through Father’s Day when there’s no father around”
5 things to do when starting the divorce process
Getting divorced can be a confusing, life-altering, and emotionally-draining time. It’s even harder when you don’t know where to begin or even what to ask. There are so many things to think about and do, and it gets overwhelming. Today, I’m sharing 5 things that may not be on your radar that you should doContinue reading “5 things to do when starting the divorce process”
Showing Grace for the Addict in your Life
Addiction is a hard and miserable thing for both the addict and for the addict’s loved ones. Let’s start with that. It’s hard to know what’s enabling and what’s showing grace and kindness. It’s hard not to scream and shout at them for letting you down yet again. And if you have kids, it’s hardContinue reading “Showing Grace for the Addict in your Life”
Trusting my gut: Handling the divorce process with an alcoholic
Apparently, I don’t always have the best judgement. When I was eleven, I liked Tonya Harding and thought for sure she was innocent. Now, she does shit like celebrity boxing. When I was in the 5th grade and watched the white Bronco speeding down the highway, I didn’t think OJ was a murderer. “Why wouldContinue reading “Trusting my gut: Handling the divorce process with an alcoholic”
7 things I don’t want to hear you say about my divorce… and 5 things I do
Getting divorced sucks. There’s no way around it. Even if it’s amicable (which most are not), it’s painful—a mourning of a lost life that will never be and a complete venture into the unknown. Except this time, you’re probably doing it with a little more age, wisdom, and probably a kid or two who areContinue reading “7 things I don’t want to hear you say about my divorce… and 5 things I do”
The Other Side of Motherhood 