Rebuilding Trust

“The mind is like water. When it’s turbulent, it’s difficult to see. When it’s calm, everything becomes clear. ” — Mahes Prasad The Struggle to Trust Again Coming out of an abusive relationship—whether emotional, mental, or physical—leaves deep wounds that don’t simply heal with time. One of the most profound and lasting effects is the complete erosion of […]

18 Years of Love, Laughter, and Life Lessons

Hey there, bruh. It feels like just yesterday you were a tiny bundle of joy, and now you’re this towering man-child raiding my fridge. You’re the first best thing that ever happened to me. Every achievement, heartbreak, and weird phase – I’ve been there, cheering you on and occasionally facepalming, but always loving you.

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Post-Divorce Motherhood

The “Opportunity” of Solo Parenting Well, folks, let me tell ya, nothing screams “personal growth opportunity,” like a recent divorce and the joyous task of solo parenting two teenagers. If you’re imagining quiet family dinners and peaceful Sunday mornings, you’re either delusional or heavily medicated. The good news? I’m still standing, and so are the […]

Drowning in Support Overload

Navigating a high-conflict divorce with a narcissistic partner can be overwhelming, leading to feelings of isolation and withdrawal. The emotional turmoil and self-doubt can hinder communication and strain relationships. Despite feeling lost and ashamed, there is hope for healing and reclaiming life. Many have faced similar experiences and found strategies to maintain connection and cope with overwhelming emotions. By sharing and supporting each other, we can emerge from the darkness with renewed strength and resilience.

Unveiling the Illusion: Navigating the Realities of Marriage, Narcissism, & Self-Discovery

Feeling trapped in a dysfunctional marriage can be incredibly tough. You may fear turning your life upside down and worry about the impact on your children. But staying in an unhappy marriage can take a toll on your health and well-being. The decision to end a relationship is daunting, leaving you conflicted and uncertain. As someone who has been through this, I understand the struggle. How do you navigate this decision, especially when kids are involved?

I didn’t know how to be supportive…

About 4-5 years ago, KMM went to the Dover Skating Center for a week of summer camp. And ever since then, she has been on the Delaware Skating Academy’s artistic roller skating team. Since the day she became a member of the team, she has dreamed of competing in a roller skating competition. That dream […]

trouble getting started…

A year ago, I broke my foot and was determined more than ever to not let KEM, my Philly Team Challenge family, or myself down and run the Vegas Half Marathon anyway in honor of KEM and his fight against Crohn’s Disease (the race was just 3 weeks after breaking up with that boot/cast).  And while […]

COVID holidays…

Earlier this week I found myself in a very silly text conversation with my mom and sister. I started the conversation off with a random text to both of them saying, “soooo Kevin and I don’t know how to do Thanksgiving. We’ve never not traveled…” My sister responded, “as in you don’t know how to […]