I said I was going to reveal something huge this week. Something saturated in my blood, sweat, and tears. Something I held secret for a long time. Too long. Something that exposes me and makes me more vulnerable than I’ve ever been. And I will. But first, I need you to go on a little […]
Monthly Archives: March 2015
March
26
I’m Offended That You’re Offended
posted by Gretchen Kelly
I love a good joke. And by good joke, I mean a really bad one. One that defies all of the rules of polite society. Inappropriate. Off color. Dark humor. I can’t believe he just said that. Those jokes. I love inappropriate humor. In fact, I’m married to it. It’s one of my favorite […]
March
23
Oops, I Shamed Again
posted by The Sisterwives
Dear friends, today you will have the pleasure of Briton, aka Punk Rock Papa, and his beautiful words of wisdom. His prose will touch your soul and lift your spirits. Read with care and soak up every profound word of love and light. The Dalai Lama should bow to the spirit of this devoted father. […]
March
20
Is This Thing On? Next Week On the SisterWives
posted by The Sisterwives
Do you crave laughter like I do? I seek out people who make me laugh. And what makes me laugh might make you roll your eyes or gasp in shock. Doesn’t matter, as long as we all get a good laugh every once in a while, right? Next week I have a huge treat for […]
March
19
Building from Bullying: Your Voice Matters (a #1000Speak post)
posted by hastywords
Since January, I’ve had an astonishing, whirlwind ride, and somehow ended up in the middle of the 1000 Voices Speak for Compassion movement. Our inaugural effort was FABULOUS and got SO many people talking, and writing, about compassion. We decided we wanted to do MORE than just the one-off event, and came up with a […]
March
17
Compassion and racism – a #1000Speak post
posted by The Sisterwives
Sometimes you have the good fortune to make a friend who isn’t afraid to hold strong, valid opinions, and voice them. Frequently; Out There and Unapologetically. It is inspiring to see someone who is absolutely determined that people should think aright, and who is willing to run the risk of ending up in confrontation with […]
March
12
The Trigger Points Anthology
posted by The Sisterwives
Last November, we shared Dawn’s courageous story, Tattered Soul. You may also remember the The Trigger Points Anthology, a project she and Joelle, a fellow survivor, mother, and blogger started to support others who no longer want to feel alone, who want to find a community where there are others who understand completely what they are living with day in […]
March
09
No One Talks About It
posted by The Sisterwives
Fear. Judgement. Discrimination. This is the short list associated with the the stigma of mental illness and the effects are devastating to not only those who live with it, but the family members who love them. Please welcome Leah who simply wants you to hear her message when it comes to perpetuating the stigma of […]
March
06
Is This Thing On? Next Week On The Sisterwives
posted by The Sisterwives
The stigma associated with mental illness is so very devastating to those who are touched by it. Next week Leah Vidal of Little Miss Wordy shares her thoughts on that surrounding silence and fear that many will be able to relate to. Also, look for an update on an incredible anthology project from one our fearless contributors, Dawn […]
March
04
Calling All Writers!
posted by The Sisterwives
We want to hear your stories – your struggles, your trials, your triumphs….whether those stories make us cry, make us cheer, or make us laugh – we want to hear them. All topics welcome. Please visit our submissions page and be a part of the Sisterwives project – because together, we are stronger.
March
02
A Mother Erased
posted by The Sisterwives
Mother-daughter relationships can be incredibly complex and difficult to navigate, because in each other they see the best and the worst of themselves. Please join us in welcoming the author of A Mother Erased, as she shares her heartbreaking and personal story of estrangement, abandonment, and hope. It was a warm September day, but my body froze […]
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