Author Archives: Kismet

On Teens … Again

I have discovered that when you have teenagers your time with them mostly surrounds their activities. I am super grateful that I get lots of entertainment from my kids. I get to alternately watch soccer, cheer (along with football and basketball going on in the background) and equestrian. These activities also dictate a lot ofContinue reading “On Teens … Again”

On Suicide Prevention

Reader advisory: This post contains information on suicide which could be upsetting to some. There is much out there on suicide prevention and awareness. But can we prevent suicide? I speak from personal experience, having lost two of my five children to suicide. Myth: Those who attempt suicide will first speak about their intentions. Truth:Continue reading “On Suicide Prevention”

Abuse Continues Generationally Unless Intentionally Addressed

An examination and first hand account of family abuse

An Airline Comparison

I recently flew Southwest for the very first time. My friends have loved it for years. It’s just that I’m usually a Delta girl. Occasionally however it does not go nonstop (which I also prefer) where I am going. This recent trip happened to be one between Florida and Michigan and the original flight wasContinue reading “An Airline Comparison”

The Relief You Feel

This post details the raw, disparate feelings of the blogger in the wake of multiple tragedies and trauma and carries the essence of hope.