Category Archives: Family

Generational Trauma Awareness

My intent in sharing my story publicly is to educate others on what trauma can look like, how it can manifest in our lives even when we think we’ve escaped it, and how we can overcome it and heal (ourselves and by extension our families and communities). Do the best you can until you knowContinue reading “Generational Trauma Awareness”

Reflection on Life Lessons

I’m in Bastrop, TX for my cousin’s wedding. This cousin is the youngest of the 7 cousins on my mom’s side and is about the age I was when I got married. I rode in with my grandma, mom, and step-dad. On the long drive I reflected on what wisdom I could potentially impart onContinue reading “Reflection on Life Lessons”

Traditions: Father’s Day Dinner

I love preparing meals and hosting friends and family in my home. A few years ago we started the tradition of cooking Father’s Day dinner for my dad instead of going out and landed on prime rib as the main course. I made chocolate lava cake for the first time and it became a requestedContinue reading “Traditions: Father’s Day Dinner”