Sivie Writes Reflections

For Pa...

The first time I met the man, he gave me a hug that made me feel like I was home again.

Adult Mental Health in Texas - Helping a family member, or trying to...

First hand perspective of the struggle to help a mentally ill family member.

New Normal

It is said that you only learn when you step out of your comfort zone. Sometimes we don’t get the choice to make that move, but we are...

It's Common Sense

"The More You Know, The Less You Know" One of my favorite college professors would pepper lectures with this phrase at the moment our...

Nothing and Everything Like Ma

A vulnerable moment, an honest conversation, and my Mom's perspective got me to the other side, and back to good.

Swim Lessons

The boat was packed full of family and friends on a perfectly warm and clear summer day of outdoor activities and fun. The older kids had...

Horsewoman's Dream

I woke up earlier than usual, but this morning was different because it felt peaceful. That hasn't happened very frequently over the last...

Hate Is Heavy

Hate seems to be more contagious than ever. It is easy to throw that emotion around, because it is much harder to face why you feel it....

Lincoln Continental

How a car symbolizes a Grandpa's love for his only Granddaughter.

Mean Girls

I can say I know a lot of people, never really felt like I fit in with most groups of girls. I'm not sure how many I would call a friend,...