Barefoot in the Rain

Today, I walked around barefoot, outside, in the rain.  This might not seem like a big feat to some, but for me it’s huge. The last time I dared to be this kind of free I was seven, maybe eight years old. It was a cloudy day but somehow the sun managed to peek through…

The Imperfect Mother

Ahhh…motherhood. Most mothers will tell you that becoming a mother has given them a newer and higher purpose in life. They will attest to the idea that motherhood is the most rewarding part of life. As beautiful as is motherhood, every mother has both good days and bad days. There are those moments in mothering…

Emotional Wellness: The Body, Mind & Spirit Connection

“How are you today?” This simple question typically garners an even simpler response: “I’m well.” But have you ever stopped to think about the weight of that question?   Do you answer it honestly, or do you respond methodically and mechanically without giving proper consideration to your actual emotional state at the time? Many people reflect…