Amber Michele
‘Sorry We Can’t Make It, I Don’t Have a Car’
I will never forget my first trip to Boston, years before I ever even thought I would leave NYC. Yet there I was at the end of the E line — Heath Street —...
Helios, See You at The Rainbow Bridge
I was taking a shower and you were curled up on the bath mat. Purring, a sound to let me know you were there. Roaring louder than the shower, like the little lion you...
The Holidays Are Not the ‘Most Wonderful Time of the Year’ for All
I love the holiday season. I have always loved the holiday season. For me, it’s all about the favorite foods, time with family, winter fun, and joyful memories. All those cheesy holiday Hallmark moments...
How to Not Go Broke This Holiday Season (and Beyond)
I know, I know. How are we already heading into "the most wonderful time of the year”?! But it's time to face reality: The holiday season is here, and it's time to make some...
Why I Said “No” To My Work Trip
When I first heard about a large company-wide trip, I assumed it would be a local excursion over a weekend. Possibly a "camp" nearby on the Cape or a few hours north or south...
Forget Wonderland, My Body Is a Miracle
Really? Now? After more than two years of isolation and avoidance. After the allowance of vaccinations while still nursing — hoping that antibodies would pass. Only in some moments — not ever, really —...
Finding Our Moments of Zen — No Matter What That Looks Like
I bought tickets to paint with my family "on the green” one fine Sunday. I was so proud of myself as a parent. Finally, a creative, constructive, and centered day to spend outside of...
Finding My Place Through Melanin Mass Moms
After more than two years of searching, I finally have an appointment scheduled with a therapist. The search itself has been an exhausting process on top of everything else I'm balancing. Yet here we...
Self-Care Anywhere :: 5 Important Tips (for Real Life!)
One early spring weekend, we were fortunate to have the chance to stay at a friend's house on the Cape. Leading up to our trip, I dreamed of beach life, sunshine, and a respite...
I’ll Stand By You
Support. It comes in so many forms — a text, an email, a phone call to say hi (quickly stating there is no expectation of response). A, “Hey, you’re doing a great job,” reminder...
I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream, ‘Cause Toddlers
She knows she’s got me. It’s apparent by her toothy grin. Even when she arches her back, bends her body like Neo to the floor, and flops around like a fish out of water....
Through Her Eyes, for the First Time
There are so many things I want for her. Things I want her to see. Things I want her to experience. Things I want her to know through all five senses and more.
Then I...