All the signs were there. Nail biting and finger picking. Teeth grinding. Muscle tension. Exhaustion. Procrastination and avoidance....

What are you doing? How did it go? Did you enjoy your trip? How was school today? How do you do that? These are questions we ask and...

I hated group projects in school. No, that’s not strong enough….I despised them. Often times, I would end up carrying the weight of the...

"The art of life lies in a constant readjustment to our surroundings.” —Kakuzō Okakura, The Book of Tea This year, I’ve had to do a lot...

“ It never hurts to ask…” If you have ever spent time with me, I'm sure you've heard this phrase pop out of my mouth. It's one of my...

As I look at the pieces I created for my “Quest for Power” exhibit, I see bits and pieces of my younger self in each piece. It is like a...

He looked at me with such astonishment and confusion. It was like I was telling him the sky was purple… “What do you mean I’m NOT King...

“Mom.” “Mom.” “Mom.” “MOM!!!” Lucas’s volume has risen to ear splitting decibels with each punctuated request for my attention as we are...

I wasn’t sure if this was a good idea, but I was all out of options, and desperate for some peace, so I let him lead the way. Who was...

“All or Nothing” That’s been my life motto. Eat the whole bag of cookies or none. Either do the project perfect or not at all. Speak up...