So, not sure how to address this. I don’t know what to call myself. Guess I could just use my name. Or Whatever — When …
Dear Future Me: You Are Loved
Dear Future Me, Though you may not have thought so then, I hope now you know: you are loved, you are kind, and you …
Don’t Stop Being Independent Because You’re in a Relationship
Love, especially new love, can be a rush. It becomes an all-consuming part of our lives as our infatuation and connection to our significant other …
Sesame Street Is Teaching Kids About Autism with Its New Character
“We’re all amazing, one, two, three!” ~ Sesame Street If teenagers were asked to describe a child with autism, a multitude of explanations would be …
Dear Self: You’re Worth It
Dear Self, I haven’t been writing for myself–excuse me, for you–ever since I met the people around my life: family, friends, loved ones, and that …
How to Make Your Own Wooden Photo Ornaments
The holidays are upon us, and one of my favorite holiday traditions is the decorations. I love to make my own ornaments. Wood photo transfer ornaments …
Lazy Sunday Morning Pancakes
Since December’s theme of the month is Winter Wonderland, I thought it would only be appropriate to create a pancake recipe. Pancakes are arguably the best …
A Cabo Christmas
For Christmas of 2014, my family and I had the privilege of visiting San Jose del Cabo in Mexico for a few days. It was …
Dear 12-Year-Old Sandra
Dear 12-year-old Sandra, I get it. Life sucks. You used to have breathing problems as a kid, then you outgrew them — yay! — then …