”I’m speaking.” A phrase made famous during the vice presidential debate by Senator Kamala Harris. A phrase that has taken on a life of its own in memes, jokes, banter, and comebacks. I’ve thought a lot about that phrase. ”I’m...
Motherhood is already a transformative journey, but often our transformation is subtle. The Eras Tour changed the woman I am today in 3.5 hours, and I wouldn’t change anything about the journey. I should start by saying that I like...
Recently it dawned on me that I don’t know much about what was happening in the world in the year I was born.  This news was not of particular interest to me until a short time ago.  Wading through...
One of the unique characteristics that separates humans from animals is our ability to be kind, compassionate and caring. However, when faced with fear, uncertainty, and stress, the tendency for many humans is to revert back to animalistic behavior. To...
In December, my husband and I went to a white elephant party. We ended up with a gag gift unlike any I had seen before: three giant industrial rolls of Charmin toilet paper and a stand. No one wanted...
Wildfires are environmentally devastating.  Sometimes, they also steal homes and livelihoods. They are a part of Colorado living. Click on this link to see a photo of a wildfire breaking out in Glenwood Canyon: White Water Rafting, LLC- Photo Feeling Helpless I grew...
Each February, Black History Month is celebrated in the United States and Canada. Black History celebrations date back to the 1920s. The focus of the celebrations has been on the preservation and recognition of the heritage, traditions, and accomplishments...
Over four years ago, my sister, Tara, and I started to brainstorm resources we could bring to moms in our city. She had just moved to Colorado Springs from Iowa, and as a mom in a new city, she...
It is an election. It is ugly. But it soon will be over. We need to figure out a way to set aside politics and look our neighbors in the eyes again. We need to rediscover civility. Why? Because America is...
I remember attending school during Black History Month when I was growing up.  February would roll around and it all of a sudden became highlighted that I was partially black. Shared Melanin I found myself feeling more like the spotlight was...

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