This is a love letter to my parents, as I reflect on the day that they became parents. It’s hard to believe that you were ever new parents, as I’ve only known you to be so confident and surefooted in how you were raising us. But recently, dad was going through some old things and… Read more

“The emotional labor pains of becoming a mother are far greater than the physical pangs of birth; these are the growing surges of your heart as it pushes out selfishness and fear and makes room for sacrifice and love. It is a private and silent birth of the soul, but it is no less holy than… Read more

This entry was written as part of the Sakura Bloom: Sling Diaries, Volume VII. “Everything you were looking for was right there with you all along.” — The Wizard of Oz It’s finally here. Spring. After many false alarms, this finally feels like the real thing. The anticipation is high for me this year, and… Read more

This entry was written as part of the Sakura Bloom: Sling Diaries, Volume VII. We are made up of others. We will make others as well. – Anis Mojgani My alarm goes off and it’s still dark outside. “Thanks, daylight saving time,” I think to myself. I hop in the shower, brush my teeth, get… Read more

This is what a year of Nia looks like. This is what a year of more joy, more exhaustion, more being pushed to the limits, more sacrifice, more tears, more learning patience, more awe at God’s plans and more LOVE looks like. This is what a year made of sister hugs, tiny steps and hands… Read more

Hawaiian Airlines is currently running a contest on the theme of sharing aloha. Per their website: “In the literal sense, “aloha” means hello, goodbye, or love and affection, but also represents a way of life – treating others with love, care, kindness and respect; living in harmony and spreading this lifestyle with the world.” So… Read more