Just like I’ve written before, I’m feeling tender about the day. I’m thankful for my mother, and our relationship. Even though she’s 2000 miles away, I feel…… Read more “may holiday”
Category: childlessness
what I can’t forget
There are days on the calendar that call to mind a pain I fail to dismiss. March 25, April 24, May 24, July 22, October 20; Then…… Read more “what I can’t forget”
reward vs punishment
I wrote this comment after reading Melissa’s post “I wrestle with the punishment / reward idea constantly. As in, why do they get this reward and I…… Read more “reward vs punishment”
false hope
My blouse is tear-stained and my mascara is collected in streaks down my face. My car smells like toothpaste from the trunk full of dental products I…… Read more “false hope”
holiday tears
Last night, as I lay in a sick, cold-medicine induced haze, tears slipped from my eyes. Holidays looming ahead stir up angst, and once I’m hidden from…… Read more “holiday tears”
progress
I had to think about the last baby shower I attended. There was one at work, but it was more of a lunch where I brought balloons…… Read more “progress”
4:27
The hollow ache that carved out my insides, one that can never fill up all the way. It’s not something I talk about much, but it’s been…… Read more “4:27”