I tensed as the shadow of my mom fell across my work of pulling weeds under the fence in front of our farmhouse. She had come to inspect the work of my brother and me. To this day I can still hear her words, “Did I show you how to do this job the right […]
To start, I’d like to share three truths about the early days in eating disorder recovery: There are days that are going to be difficult. Along with the hope and willingness to change comes the realization that this journey is going to be about more than checking off a to-do list. If living in recovery is going […]
2017. My life is full. My life is whole. This year — more than ever — I realize how very much I enjoy life. With a grateful heart, I mark this year as my ninth year in recovery from my eating disorder, alcoholism and other addictions. I’ve been in the hospital and in treatment centers several times. So, […]