I lived with an anxiety disorder for thirty years. Anxiety is the belief that something bad will happen, even though it rarely does. It thrives on “what ifs,” leading you to avoid situations, people, or anything that might cause pain, loss, or harm. Because, what if? My anxiety began when I chose to travel by […]
“Surprise!” the cheery voice announced after I answered the phone. This was years ago and the caller was the mother of one of my son’s friends. I wondered what surprise she had in mind. I considered the possibilities. Maybe she bought too many cheesecakes at Costco and wanted to give me one. Perhaps she has
Setting Boundaries Read Post »
Hello all! I’m Destany—single mom to two beautiful, smart, and just-the-right-amount-of-sassy girls who are officially entering their tween era. (Pray for me. Send snacks.) I’m a small-town girl who’s done a little wandering but always finds her way back home—mostly because my family is here, and let’s be honest, I wouldn’t survive long without them.
The Day Time Slowed and My Heart Stopped Read Post »
