I know it’s Christmas and not Thanksgiving, but it’s okay to be thankful regardless of the season, right? And as horrible as this year has been for me, I realize I have a lot to be thankful for. This list is in no particular order, and does not cover everyone, not by a long shot.... Continue Reading →
A Grieving Mother Dreads Christmas Traditions
Today my daughter asked whether we would hang my son’s stocking for Christmas this year. Our first year without him. My honest answer is, “I don’t want to.” I don’t want the reminder. I do better without the reminders, which makes me feel guilty. But then again, practically everything seems to cause Mom Guilt, so why... Continue Reading →
A Gift for You – The Epilogue to The Perfect Christmas
If you haven't read The Perfect Christmas, be forewarned that this is a spoiler. It is the epilogue to the short story I wrote for Unwrapping Love, a holiday anthology that you can purchase here. If you have read The Perfect Christmas, then this is a treat! I wrote this epilogue fully intending to include... Continue Reading →