It had been a series of difficult days as Carly had been in the hospital. Considering her diagnosis of Trisomy … More
Tag: trials
Not Far From Here
The puffy clouds are everywhere. I long to comprehensively soak in the evening sky as to recognize nuances and movements. … More
The Winner’s Circle
Head tilted, arms at the ready, sneakers firmly in the blocks. The gunshot decimates the silence. Your torso, encasing your … More
Count the Cost, Say Yes
What does it cost to end the status quo of any given situation? The answer is a lot. A lot … More
Caves and Gemstones
I had a dream. I was scuba diving. It was a beautiful, brilliant day. The water was crystal clear. My … More
How Carly Came to Earth
Dante came to me years ago and told me he was ready to get a vasectomy (affectionately known in … More
It should have been the Worst Day of my Life…it was NOT
Finding out the child’s sex was of paramount importance when our entire family arrived at the high-risk doctor’s office that … More
The Day I Could Have Walked Away
“How many times can they tell me my child is going to die? Why can’t I just sign a statement … More
The Diamond
Sterile, bright, uncomfortable, and formal. The atmosphere could not be further than what was not so long ago the norm. … More