I spent most of my life picturing my wedding day and longing to find the person I’d marry. I put marriage on a pedestal and felt such emptiness that I hadn’t reached that milestone yet. As my friends walked…
Being a mother is one of the hardest, yet most rewarding things we women can do in our lives. It shows us how fierce and strong we are—through overcoming the hardships of pregnancy, birth, and beyond. It relinquishes our…
They say you can be happy, hurting, and healing all at the same time—and now I can see why. Amid the chaos of my life, I feel strong and hopeful at times and overcome with sadness at other times.…
Becoming a mother was something I’ve wanted for as long as I can remember. I watched many friends expand their families as I sat idly by wondering when my time would come. As the years passed and I neared…
As an introvert, I’ve always enjoyed spending time at home. But now that we’ve been forced to self-quarantine due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), endless days and nights at home have become so monotonous. But I just keep telling myself, this…
The coronavirus (COVID-19) has the world completely up in arms. People are flocking to the stores in droves in search of toilet paper and hand sanitizer only to find endless shelves of emptiness. Who would’ve thought we’d ever see…
I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I’m engaged! It still feels like a dream, but the beautiful ring on my finger reminds me that it’s indeed very real. My engagement was very emotional for me. All the heartbreak…
Being an introvert has always felt like my cross to bear. In a world dominated by extroverts, I often viewed it as a character flaw—part of me I wish I could change. But I’ve come to realize that being an…
It’s amazing how our lives can change in the blink of an eye. All it takes is one decision, one moment, or one person to turn our worlds completely around. I had simply been going through the motions in…
Being single on Valentine’s Day can be difficult. Everywhere you go, you see stores filled with boxes of chocolates, cute little teddy bears, pretty flowers, and heartfelt greeting cards. Instead of allowing this to make you feel lonely,…