My paternal grandmother, who was the most unconditionally loving woman I ever met, said to me one day, Never have children Rachel, they’ll break your heart.” I thought that was…
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The Problem with Normal and What it Really Takes to Be There for Someone and Offer Love
I’ve been going through the hardest time in my life. With little Sophia, discovering that she wasn’t gaining “enough” weight, which really meant that she was 10th%ile, which is actually…
Reflection on Michael Moore’s Movie Where to Invade Next
I’m watching Michael Moore’s documentary, Where to Invade Next. Imagine me sitting on my couch with a forlorn look. My face is long. Lips frowning. Eyes sad. Michael visits Germany,…
Lessons Learned from Labor and Birth Part 3: Being Humble
This blog is part of a series. For part 2 click here. Before I birthed my baby girl, I thought I knew a thing or two about being a parent….
Lessons Learned from Labor and Birth Part 2: Control
This blog is part of a series. To read part 1, my birth story, click here. The first lesson of my labor was that there were many lessons. I learned…
The Greatest Misperception People Have About What it Takes to Contribute to Others
I’ve often heard this question in my readings: Do I have to have it all figured out before I can be of service to others? Whether spoken aloud or just…