Writing and parenting have more in common than I ever expected—both messy, uncertain, and full of moments where all you can do is show up and try your best.
Tag: child
Dear Me (but shorter, younger, with more scabs, and a love of cheese)
A letter to the kid I used to be—and still carry with me.
While You Dream
Your toes peek from the blanket, still and small. I sit quietly, tea forgotten, watching you travel someplace I can never go...
My Son Pooped in the Tub!
A simple bath turned into an unforgettable parenting moment...
Learning to Let Go
Letting go isn’t always about distance; it’s about timing. Knowing when to hold on tight, and when to step back and trust that you are ready to take the next step on your own...
How My Child Ruined My Music Preferences
I’ve decided to start the year with a peaceful commute to work with my “Replay 2024” playlist on Apple Music. What could go wrong?
Two Years Told
It feels surreal to sit here as I reflect on a milestone that seems both monumental and fleeting. My son has just turned two...
Surviving the First Week of Daycare
Today was the day – Nathan's first day of daycare.
How to Be a Man
Today, I take my leave...
