Blogs & Poems
As my dad always says “I have words…”
From my spiritual reflections to the day to day tasks – words come flooding out!
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From Thought to Verse: A Hole in My Heart
Read more: From Thought to Verse: A Hole in My HeartWhen I tell people I write poetry, the first thing they often ask is,“How do you have time for that?”The truth is—I don’t make time for it. It’s not on a checklist, and it’s not a goal I chase. It just happens… because writing is how I cope. When I get the chance, I show…
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Being an Advocate in the Medical World: When Things Get Sensitive and Intense
Read more: Being an Advocate in the Medical World: When Things Get Sensitive and IntenseBefore becoming Paige’s mom, I never thought I’d have a discussion on whether or not to give a bolus of ketamine or morphine when Paige’s head turned ever so slightly. I never thought I’d be begging a doctor to let me breastfeed, or crying in the bathroom when a new order was made that prevented…
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Being an Advocate in the Medical World: Understanding Your Medical Team
Read more: Being an Advocate in the Medical World: Understanding Your Medical TeamImagine the scenario of your child being taken in an ambulance, going to the Level One Trauma room, and being surrounded by men and women in different color scrubs, white coats, and them telling you what they think is best for your child. It’s overwhelming. Not only are you in shock, but you’re having to…