SOMETIMES IT'S OK TO BE "NOT OK"

 As wives and mothers, we are often "not ok", but how many of us trudge through anyway? How many of us put on a smile and pretend that we're doing fine, when in reality, we are really just "not ok"? 

THANKSGIVING 2022

 

Thanksgiving is a day to enjoy yourself, your family, and eat all kinds of delicious foods! And for those of you who don't even wait until Thanksgiving is over...well, I see nothing wrong with eating some turkey, with a beautifully decorated tree in the background! This year, I decided to go ahead and put up my Christmas tree and decor even earlier! I figured, that I have a had a rough year, so it was time for some Christmas cheer! 

MY ESTRANGED MOTHER REACHED OUT TO ME (AND HERE IS WHAT HAPPENED)

My estranged mother recently "reached out" to me via Facebook Messenger. I was hopeful, for some signs of remorse, and expressions of "motherly love", so I made the mistake of engaging with her. I should have known better, but I suppose I am eternally optimistic.