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Being Smart About Eyelash Extensions
This year, I became a self-employed eyelash and nail technician. I frequently get asked questions about how eyelashes work and how to get the most out of your extensions.
By Kati Riley8 years ago in Blush
Chosen
Chosen. That word perfectly describes me and my brother. As kids, we were chosen. But it didn't start out that way. We were born almost four years apart. We have the same mother but different fathers. From the time he was a teenager, my biological father was in and out of jail or prison. The story is that he loved me very much. But he loved drugs more. So it was no surprise that after I was born he couldn't stay out of trouble. I saw him off and on between incarcerations. He'd come by to tell me he loved me and bring me my favorite candy bar: a Butterfinger. I never visited him in jail. We wrote letters back and forth. I definitely received more letters than face-to-face visits. Letters and Butterfingers. Those are what I remember of him. I don't remember what he looks like, how he sounds, or any distinguishable thing about him. If I saw him in public, I probably would walk by without noticing.
By Kayla Agnew8 years ago in Families
What If I Never Left Somalia?
Being a Londoner is a big part of who I am; however, I was always deeply rooted with my Somalinimo. This was thanks to my parents who themselves had a profound love for their motherland, a place they had to flee from like many due to the circumstances. Growing up, I often dreamt about my parents' lives and wished we had footage that we could watch. Instead, we have scattered photographs of their migration rather than their childhood. During their move, they even lost their wedding photographs and video, which saddens me deeply.
By N.M.E8 years ago in Families
Bipolar Therapy Cat
It might sound ridiculous to think about how animals can be the only ones who truly understand mental health disorders. But I'm beginning to think its true. I suffer from psychosis-related bipolar 2 disorder, along with generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder and panic disorder. Anxiety seems to be the most common mental health problem today, so when it comes to dealing with help for that I have a few people in my life who can at the very least relate to my struggle. However, my bipolar disorder is completely foreign to most in my life. There are a couple people in my family who also suffer from bipolar disorder, but one is undiagnosed and the other two are bipolar 1 and are much much older then myself. So, really, no one has the same disorder as myself.
By Mich8 years ago in Petlife
The Truths of Being a SAHM
Staying at home each & every day to be there with your children as they learn and grow sounds absolutely amazing in hindsight, right? Absolutely! Who wouldn't think that it's just living the dream?! But what the world fails to disclose is the truth behind being a stay at home mom..
By Mother Mayhem8 years ago in Families
Happy Momma
One of the most important things I’ve learned since becoming a mom is that it is essential to look out for your own happiness. Everyone is always going to be expecting something from you. You are going to feel guilty. You are going to feel busy. You are going to be worried that you’re going to miss out on something. But I promise you, nothing is as important as learning to take care of yourself.
By Lauren Crawford8 years ago in Families
A Daily Guide to Grief
Grief is a natural process that happens to every single one of us. It will happen to us all, but it can all come in different severity. There are no rules to grief, might I add. Everyone will experience it differently in so many different ways. Of course, logically, there is a set of sequences that happens, but many don’t follow that order and that’s completely okay
By Lauren Moore8 years ago in Families
The Numbness of Motherhood
As I looked at his sleeping face I felt relief. Relief he was finally asleep, I watched as he breathed and knew I should be feeling something other than this.
By Vicki Cockerill8 years ago in Families