What’s the point of The Nutcracker? How I finally got it.

I had never cared to watch The Nutcracker. Ballet to me had always just looked awkward and uncomfortable. But with my position as…

The Strange Thing I Needed to Feel Confident

The text arrived unceremoniously. It was just a beep and some words saying that I had won a contest. I was skeptical at…

When I am looking for a boost of creativity I often find myself pulling out the book, Steal Like an Artist. Austin Kleon’s…

I sometimes feel overwhelmed trying to figure out what to feed my family as I’m striving to provide healthier options. I had no…

Occasionally, someone will give you a compliment that really makes you feel good and means a lot to you. Years ago, I received…

My 6 year old ran into the room and asked, “Why do you love me? What do you like about me?” Many things…

I never met my grandfathers. They both died before I was born. My father’s father, Frank, died when my dad was only 4…

I found it shocking the first time my seemingly sweet, innocent child talked back to me. Their words surprised and stung me, and my…

I’m not sure what makes me look like a good candidate to ask for money, but apparently I am. Perhaps it is my…