I thought we were happy! How did this happen? This statement was my reality not once but TWICE! During our engagement, I had an affair, and years later in our marriage, my husband had an affair. Imagine that, right? Perhaps you don’t have to imagine, and if this is so, I’m sorry for your experience. But I'm sure you will one day be like me—in that I'm thankful for the … [Read more...]
A Writer’s Emotional and Loving Open Letter to Her Deceased Mother
Dear Mama, As I sit here on our brown comfy sofa sipping my mocha coffee, so peaceful this early in the morning or at least until Makayla’s feet hit the floor, I reflect about you. I wish you could have met her, though I’m grateful you’re her heavenly angel watching over her. Truthfully, sometimes I worry about my baby—even though we moved from Chicago and now live in … [Read more...]