Just after giving birth to my third child, when the nurse finally gave me the go ahead to use the restroom, I did what I have done now twice before. I closed the door, stood in front of the mirror, and lifted my hospital gown to take a peak at my belly. Having been down this road before, I knew, all too well, what to expect. I was aware that there was no ... Read More
The Most Thankless Job There Is
Last night I finally climbed into bed after an exceptionally long and exhausting day. I was beyond tired, having woken up for the day before 5:00 AM, and thanks partly to the fact that I spent much of the night before comforting a child who had woken up terrified in the midst of a thunder storm, and nursing a baby who loves nothing more than to ... Read More