Dear Diary, I can't believe it's February! It seems like just moments ago, our family unwrapped Christmas presents and counted down to the New Year. Our celebration continues into the month of February as we observe Black History Month. As a teacher, I...

Dear Diary, What goes through a gynecologist's mind during an examination? Do doctors care if you shave in advance of a check up? I always wondered if my gynecologist paid attention to the details down there, or if it was all in my head. Nonetheless, I...

Dear Diary, Shortly after having a baby, I made an appointment. No, it wasn't for the pediatrician or the obstetrician. I scheduled an appointment with a therapist. My hormones were raging; my feelings were exploding and my life was changing. I knew in...

Dear Diary, I grew up with a twenty-something mom. She was a fresh faced 20 year-old when she gave birth to me. My brother joined us four years later.  As a child, I remember thinking my mom was drop dead gorgeous and so full of life. I have vivid...

Dear Diary, It was a day I will never forget.  I just spoke to my grandmother. Moments later, I received another phone call--this one informing me of her sudden death. It was in the middle of winter, and I lived five hours away from my hometown. I...

Dear Diary, This year, my daughter will embark on an epic adventure! She'll head to kindergarten. I know, it's only January, but already, she's preparing for the transition to a "big kid school." At preschool, she's in the reading group. And at home, she's...