“There are three ways to ultimate success: The first way is to be kind. The second way is to be kind. The third way is to be kind.” — Mister Rogers My heart has this longing I cannot fully explain. It’s been there for years but it’s gotten stronger and stronger in recent months. I… Read more

To my little peanut Mackenzie, You are my little spider monkey. When I was 5 years old, I remember wanting a pet monkey. Little did I know, decades later, you would arrive. Baby girl, you stole my heart a long time ago. I remember last December, (a few months before you moved in with us),… Read more

To my beautiful princess Morgan, I choose you, princess. You are loved more than words can describe. Today is a special day; it’s the day that I legally become your mommy. I wasn’t there for you the day you were born, I have no clue how much you weighed or how tall you were when… Read more