There are 3 parts of my adult life- the before, the in between and the after.
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The Silent Struggle of Moms
I saw my boyfriend and toddler napping on the couch… And felt nothing but love. So why is it so damn hard to give myself permission to rest? The short answer? I’ve been conditioned to feel like my worth is based on my productivity. Last week at my counseling appointment, I had been feeling pretty overwhelmed with […]
I don’t want your money-
I used to think being financially supported by a man was just the way motherhood was. Hell, my dad went to work and took care of our family while my mom stayed home with us. The American Dream, right? Dad goes to work, brings home the bacon and mom stays home and takes care of the […]
Wealthy people never do this chore-
Rich people buy time, poor people buy things. Yeah, yeah. We’ve all heard it said, but what the hell does it actually mean? Real life example coming right up. I bought a house almost 5 years ago. It didn’t have a dishwasher. I really didn’t care. I was used to having my sink piled high […]
Reclaiming My Life: Choosing Self over Silence
Almost 6 years ago, I left my marriage for good. I was prepared to walk away from everything. I knew when it actually came down to it, I would be the one left with nothing. By that point, I was okay with that. Because I knew what I was getting in return. I was getting […]
Choosing Between- My Baby and a Paycheck
I remember sitting on the couch, pregnant with my youngest son, tears streamed down my face heavily pregnant with my youngest son. I had ALWAYS had stay-at-home mom vibes in my heart, but unexpected fear crashed over me. My life is significantly different now. I am in a healthy relationship. I OWN my own house. […]
From Car Repairs to Extra Income
Ever wondered what you’d do if your car suddenly broke down? It happened to me recently when my power steering gave out. Let me tell you, I’m not exactly a car expert, and driving without power steering? Let’s just say, I was a sight to behold! But this incident got me thinking – what if […]