Melissa B
Giving Grief Enough Time
This post won’t have any advice or inspirational thoughts, just feelings — raw feelings of utter disappointment. It’s time for me to let them go. I’ve been holding on to them for the past...
I Insisted on Having an Elective C-Section
I declined the labor of childbirth. Or that's what my medical reasoning states as to why I chose a cesarean section, according to my obstetrician. It has bothered me since the day I saw...
I Severely Underestimated Motherhood
I'm a new mom to a beautiful baby boy who's just about to hit three months old. I've gotten into my mommy groove, but back in November . . . well, let's just say,...
A Letter to My Son on Veterans Day
To my sweet baby boy,
There are so many things I don't know about you yet. You have yet to make your entrance into this world -- about three weeks to go. I don't know...
A Sweet Surprise from a Not-So-Traditional Life Puzzle
I live a pretty traditional life for a 32 year old. I work Monday through Friday. I have three dogs, one cat, and a baby on the way. Oh! And throw a husband in...
I Gave My Heart to the Dogs
There was a time in my life when I viewed dogs simply as pets. They were cute tail-waggers that are fun to pet and occasionally dress up. I had grown up with dogs, but...
Five Things I Didn’t Know About Pregnancy
There are some things that aren't well-known about pregnancy. This probably applies to first-time moms more so than veteran moms. It's not all cute, but I'm here to share the truth with the ladies...
I’m Not That Mom
I have a confession to make. I don't like to cuddle, snuggle, or hold hands. I'm not overly sensitive. In fact, I've been told I'm not sensitive enough by the opposite sex. This has...
You Can Find Me in the Gauntlet
It's official. I've been dropped off at the Step-Parenting Gauntlet against my will. All my naivety is out the door! Emotions have boiled over, feelings have made themselves very known, and I'm standing here...
I Finally Found My Rainbow
This is a short, but oh-so-sweet, post. I've posted about my previous miscarriages and shared a little about that journey. It's been upsetting, maddening, and downright sad at times. Sometimes you just need some...