Sparrows
“I got you a present!” I told Lily, my five-year-old, who was buckled into the backseat of our SUV…
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A Homemade Home
The motor of Mom's coffee machine reverberated as fresh decaf espresso poured from the spout. A touch of heavy cream and a dash of cinnamon rounded out the roasted flavors of the coffee…
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Lunch Break Love
Pulling the metal ball chain downward in one brisk motion, I clicked off the 'Open' sign. After locking the door, I finished sweeping up the floors of the frozen yogurt shop…
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Grandma’s Flower Garden
The morning light pours through my east-facing window as I clutch the quilt up around my chin. The burnt orange and floral quilt squares drape my body in warmth…
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Feeding My Family
This year I turned 30. My life has been really great, but one challenge that I have faced since my youth is body insecurity, which naturally made my relationship with food…
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