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Managing Anxiety

According to the WHO (World Health Organization), over 300 million people worldwide have an anxiety disorder. However, it's likely that the actual figures are far higher, as many people find it hard to open up and talk about how they are feeling.  Photo by Joice Kelly on Unsplash While we’re all anxious from time to … Continue reading Managing Anxiety

A Text From An Old Flame

I think we all have "the one that got away" people in our past, right? Well, I definitely do. He was the guy that I was head over heels for but he did not feel the same. I mean, he cared about me and we had a bond, but my deep feelings were not mutual. … Continue reading A Text From An Old Flame

Racism And My White Privilege

I had kind of a weird thing happen at work a few months ago. In the mornings, a few of us sit in the lobby waiting for the kids who were still arriving (late). One of the moms stayed back to talk. After a few minutes, the conversation turned to how she went to a … Continue reading Racism And My White Privilege

Finishing My College Adventure

Well, after the financial aid drama (which I finally got!) and the pure adjustment to doing homework again, I have finished my spring semester and only have one semester left. I will be taking 2 classes over the summer and then I will be done! I can't put into words how truly excited and proud … Continue reading Finishing My College Adventure

It Was A Chinese Christmas

This was a quiet Christmas. We had a death in the family and no one was feeling particularly festive. I focused on making sure the kids enjoyed the day and they did. So it was a success. Brian and I were ready to cook dinner. I was tired so I wasn't really looking forward to it. … Continue reading It Was A Chinese Christmas

Maybe Everything Does Happen For A Reason

Being a working mom is challenging; basically everyone knows that. Around 10 years ago, I attempted to go back to work full-time and become one of those working moms. My three kids were so little and we were going through the adoption process with Kaleb. There was a lot going on and honestly, it was … Continue reading Maybe Everything Does Happen For A Reason

I Thought I Was Getting Scammed At Work

Scammers are a part of reality now. It really is depressing that you have to keep your guard up so much because you just don't know who you can trust. I have had a couple of scammy experiences already like when I thought I was being hired for a work from home job or when … Continue reading I Thought I Was Getting Scammed At Work

I Just Want To Be Liked

You know how they say that when you get older, you stop caring what people think of you? I have heard that too. Well, I'm older but I'm apparently not one of those people. 😁 I do feel more confident, the older I get. But, yeah, I still care. What can I say? I just … Continue reading I Just Want To Be Liked