Tag Archives: family
Compassion Fatigue
When “Maria” and I first met, we promised each other to be as close as sisters forever, but things have changed over the years. She was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in our early 20s and will not take medication or … Continue reading
She is Not Your Contractor, She is Your Sister! -The BIG reveal
“Which direction looks better? “she, asked before I could answer she said, “That’s rhetorical!” You can have it cheap, fast, or good (Pick any two). It’s so true, as rarely, if ever, do you get the luxury of getting all … Continue reading
Inside Out Learning to Manage Emotions
Little effort has been made in schools to teach children how to manage their feelings. Schools lay the groundwork for cognitive development, especially in academic areas. But what about emotional development? Proficiency in that is equally important for leading a … Continue reading
DIY Your Stationery
I have been toying with how to write this one for a while. I decided I’ll jump in, and my disclaimer is I believe in girl power. I even understand the quote “There is a special place in hell for … Continue reading
Clearing the Hurdles
“The federal government defines homeless children as those lacking a fixed, regular, and adequate night time residence to include those living in shelters, transitional housing, cars, campgrounds, motels, or sharing temporary housing with others.” I recently accepted a consulting position … Continue reading
