“I’ve never told anybody this. I’ve never said it out loud.” Through tears, her words were difficult to understand, but we all felt her heart. I teach Mess of a Mom workshops in homes throughout my community. I begin with my story, my struggles, my qualifications to...
What does connection look like? While you can brainstorm several images of connection with your child, I think there’s an even more powerful question to ask. What does connection feel like? Have a Conversation. By starting with the literal question, children can...
We walked into the familiar room, the same as the weeks before. It was quiet and comfortable. The seats had a way of forming to us as if we had left our mark on them. Before us sat the one who was supposed to have the answers, but met us always with questions. “We...
I’m Janelle, a wife, mother, and aspiring imperfectionist. My background is in education, my heart is to help, and my experience comes from getting back up time and time again. I believe laughter is the best medicine, dessert is the best food group, and vulnerability...
“I want you to remember two things.” I kneel before her and gently move the hair out of her face. “Family is the people who love you and want what’s best for you. Your’s is huge.” I can feel the emotion rising as my throat gets tight and my eyes well with tears,...
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