The short answer is: Because I had kids. The long answer is…way too fucking long. And honestly, I’m still processing it. The guilt still arises, though less frequently, and it’s been 6 years since I made this decision. Quite possibly longer. Making the choice to leave...
This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something I may earn a small commission. Thank you! Not too long ago, a friend of mine once asked me, “Do you still consider yourself an actor?” This person was also an actor. AND a parent. And I took...
A few weeks ago, my 5 year old and I were talking about things we liked about ourselves and each other. We complimented each other and I told her, “I think I have a beautiful voice. I’m a good singer!” She responded, “Yes, you are, Mommy!” Okay, that made me weep...
At the risk of beating a dead horse…2020 sucked. BRING ON 2021! The upcoming new year brings with it hope. Preparing for the holiday season helped. The kids had a great Christmas, despite it being small. We live far away from family so we are used to small...
This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something I may earn a small commission. Thank you! Since becoming a parent, I’ve been putting gratitude into practice as part of my mental health and self-care. After the pandemic started, I have...
Get off that mom guilt, please. Especially now. 2020 is a wash. Mom guilt is 99% unnecessary. You give the toddler your phone so you can sleep an extra 30 minutes? Fine. If it helps you not yell at them later, do it. You leave the kids play in the living room with the...
