Break Free from Perfection—Embrace a Balanced Home

Find what works for you The word clean follows me through every room. Laundry, in little piles or in baskets, is everywhere I turn. Every day it overwhelms me. Clutter from those who don’t stay in the house 24/7 piles up throughout the house. Dishes overflow from the sink and food left out by hands ready… Continue reading Break Free from Perfection—Embrace a Balanced Home

The Unexpected Lessons: How Failing to Reach My Goals Taught Me More About Myself

“While I didn’t accomplish the few things I desired to do at the start of this year, I have “learned” from the not-doing.” Yesterday, I woke up, and it was January 1st of 2021 and the hellish year of 2020 was finally over. There could be hope once again! No more hiding in the house… Continue reading The Unexpected Lessons: How Failing to Reach My Goals Taught Me More About Myself

The Stages of Sleep | What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Fix Them

Most people are familiar with the basics of sleep — we know that it’s important for our health and that we need to get a certain number of hours every night. However, there is more to sleep than just shutting your eyes and counting sheep. I, too, struggle with getting enough sleep, but I’ve learned it’s not… Continue reading The Stages of Sleep | What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Fix Them

The Pushcart Prize: A Peek into the Prestigious World of Small Press Recognition

That is what I asked when I received the message I sat tapping away at the keyboard. Messenger dinged. Initially, it looked like another random man attempting to message me about how hot they thought I was. Photo by Pawel Czerwinski on Unsplash. Altered by Jennifer Brewer via Canva. The name sounded familiar though so I… Continue reading The Pushcart Prize: A Peek into the Prestigious World of Small Press Recognition

A Light Within: Chapter One

Keys clicked beneath Meghan’s swift fingers as she finished the note on her previous patient. She was expecting a new patient today. A Reta Brown. She lifted her head from the notes at a soft knock on the door. There a woman stood. Her arms covered her chest and her eyes were downcast. To avoid… Continue reading A Light Within: Chapter One