If you've been reading my blog this month, you've probably been a little inundated by my posts about organ donation. And while that is a cause near and dear to my heart, it's not the only one being celebrated this month. April is also Earth Month, and I am fortunate enough to work in an … Continue reading Celebrating Earth Month
Candy! Bunnies! Flowers! A Ham Feast! ... Seriously, is there anything NOT to love about Easter? This is such a special time of year, and it truly is one that I've always loved. When I was little, I remember waking up on Easter with 'Christmas Morning' level of excitement. My brother, sister, and I would … Continue reading Finding Peace – Why I Love Easter
This is a post I've sat down to write at least five times ... And every time I've come up short. Today, I decided to try something different and tell this story via video essay. My mom was an organ donor, and her giving that gift of life has been one of the most healing … Continue reading Green Shirt Day – Video Essay About Organ Donation
This week, the Province of Nova Scotia announced that they will become the first jurisdiction in North America to have presumed consent for organ and tissue donation. What does this mean? Essentially, exactly what it says. Instead of waiting for people to 'sign up' as donors, their consent would be presumed, except in the cases … Continue reading Opt-Out Organ Donation & Presumed Consent
Did you know that throughout the month of April, there are numerous Organ Donation Associations & Groups celebrating the Gift Of Life through "Organ Donation Month," "Be a Donor Month," "Donate Life Month" and more. These celebrations are far-reaching and impactful in encouraging folks to sign-up for the most selfless and incredible gift many of … Continue reading In Celebration Of Organ Donation Month …
Life changes. Inevitably so. And when those changes occur - no matter how big or small -the direction of our life can be irrevocably altered. Like the butterfly effect, every single move we make has the potential for impact. While incredibly empowering, that thought can also be really, really scary. This time of year is … Continue reading All The Things That Will Never Be
There is a purpose that pulls at my heart every single time I sit down to write. That purpose is the mission I feel most called to, which is to share my story of finding hope when things felt hopeless. I aim to do this, because there have been times in my life when hope … Continue reading Hope In The Face Of Hopelessness
It's an expression that floods our lives. We see it everywhere on social media , taking the spotlight of endless motivational memes. We see it emblazoned on t-shirts sold at both fast-fashion retailers and independent boutiques alike. It's chanted boldly by youth groups, and at rallies, and in therapist's offices around the world. It's a … Continue reading What Does It Mean To Be “Perfectly Imperfect?”
If you're anything like me in the imagination department, you've probably come to learn that being the epitome of a dreamer is both a blessing and a curse. Because, while being a dreamer means that I have the gift of seeing all of the wonderful things that could be, it has also meant that at times, my … Continue reading Meaning In The Mundane – Learning To Love The Ordinary
My friends, today I am sharing one of the most important lessons that I am continuing to learn when it comes to having a healthy and long-lasting relationship. I am talking about the different ways to apologize, and how I am working to ensure that my "I'm sorry," is said in a way that my … Continue reading Learning To Say “Sorry” In A Way That Will Actually Be Heard
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