Three years ago my daughter, Chandler, wrote a poem for her 8th grade English class. Now–here we are–three years later. And I find myself shaking my head because not only has nothing […]
Harnessing Courage: A Life-Renovation
The year was 2007. The red brick wall that my car faced in the parking lot is still visible in my mind’s eye. I stared at it for at least […]
Why I Say, NO MORE
In 1980 I was 17, the very age my middle child will turn on March 15. Seconds ago I watched as he disappeared through the front door, off to meet friends […]
Never Give Up
Never underestimate the many ways you can help support an individual that is stuck in an abusive relationship. Don’t give up on them. Sometimes, the only thing a person needs […]
Where do we go from here: a look at The Grammy’s and the music collaboration between Rihanna and Chris Brown
Many people are focused on the collaboration between Chris Brown and Rihanna—but for a moment I would like to step back in time and redirect our attention to the underlying […]
Stake a claim on your life
“The day I saw myself as a victor of my own life I ended my victimhood, there is life after domestic violence…claim it and make it your own.” -Elin Stebbins […]
We should be outraged
8 killed in Southern California salon shooting I learned of this tragedy from my friend Marissa. Marissa works countless hours providing education to individuals about domestic violence. She contacted me while I […]
