This is so beautiful at the same time so sad. I can feel the love and pain through this message so deeply, because I have a daughter to who I had wished growing up wouldn’t do the same to me, as we were so close and only had each other; and Thank God she didn’t. We had our ups and downs, but most was up and still is today. But I now have a…read more

Motherhood is so hard. I have a daughter myself she’s still so little but that doesn’t keep me from thinking that I’m not doing enough. I don’t want her and I to have the same relationship as I did with my mother but the thought of that happening still haunts me. God will prevail he always does. Gods speed. <3

I can sense the immense pain and disappointment you are experiencing in your relationship with your child. It’s heartbreaking when the love and devotion you have given seem to be met with hurtful actions and a lack of appreciation.

Aww this is so sweet. I am not a parents but I do agree with you that while so much is trial and error, the one thing all children need – without question – is love. That’s what all people need! Love heals and empowers. Love is always home. You sound like a wonderful and thoughtful mother. <3 Lauren

I’m a mother of 3 under the age of 3 and this speaks volumes. Parenting is the toughest and most rewarding thing I’ve ever experienced. From long nights of a toddler that just won’t sleep to a newborn who’s always hungry. Being a parent is mentally and physically exhausting but it’s all worth it when you sit back and reflect on all of their ach…read more

Love your story, and you’re right, buckle up for the ride, and a ride it will be, but in the long run, a ride well worth it. I wrote a poem once called, “I loved you from the moment I saw you”, and that’s exactly how it is and all the moments and times you don’t think you will handle it, you find a way. You really can’t help yourself, you’re…read more

You beautifully captured the essence of parenting and the journey it entails. The love that emerges when you become a parent is truly transformative and unconditional. From the moment you lay eyes on your child, a deep connection is forged, and your heart expands with a love you never knew existed.

Ashley! This is so good! I think this poem is so real, authentic and insightful. I can feel you working through your pain and trauma in real time, and you are getting stronger and more empowered just by writing this. You are so strong. You are so brilliant. Keep writing and keep heading toward the light. <3 Lauren

Wow. I resonate with this so much. I too feared becoming like the woman I watched growing up and occasionally I felt like I already had turned into her. You are strong and wide already. Acknowledging these emotions is truly the first step to moving forward in an emotionally intelligent life. God will answer your prayers and I guarantee that he’s a…read more

I feel you, I truly feel you, and I want to say, “Never Give Up”. At times you feel lonly, alone, frustrated because you feel as if nothing’s going right with you, or you question why what’s happening is happening? Why can’t you do or get better? Where’s your happiness? I’ve been there, and the answer to all of this is to, continue praying,…read more

That feeling is JUST a feeling. And feelings are fleeting. So keep fighting for your happiness and know your worth. And your feelings will begin to feel just how you want them too. Stay strong. Find your happiness. <3 Lauren

Hopelessness. Such an overwhelming feeling of being so empty. Yet filled with the loud sound of silence. You will find your happiness again. You will find that spark that’ll turn into a blazing fire. Be patient and kind to yourself. Don’t give up.

To me the name of that feeling is “I don’t know”, what’s the name of that feeling, and you’re entitled to those feelings. It will be a name that you personally will have to come up with. It can be loneliness, it can be sadness, it can be depressions, it can be a feeling of frustration, because you don’t really know, but it’s definitely a feeling.…read more