Category Archives: Things I wish I would have known when I was 15.

When I was young, I thought grownups had it easy—masters of their own worlds.  I couldn’t wait, no more pop quizzes or endless homework from teachers who obviously had nothing better to do with their sad lives than torture me.  … Continue reading →

All right young ladies, I want you to sit back and think about the most popular, beautiful, seems to have-it-all girl in your class.  Can you picture her?  The flowing locks, dazzling smile, a rockin’ bod that looks perfect in … Continue reading →

How do you define yourself when people ask who you are?  If you had asked me in high school, I would have said, “I’m a tomboy, softball player.  I cheer because I like to stunt with the yell-leaders (boy cheerleaders)—not because … Continue reading →

The New Year is a very special time—a time to reflect on the past, but also an opportunity to consider a course for your future.  Maybe you like the direction your life is going, but if you don’t, it’s never … Continue reading →

Growing-up, I never thought I assessed my worth by outside affirmations, until my ninth grade English class.  Assigned a seat next to the new boy in school, I wanted to make a good impression.  No girls, it’s not because I … Continue reading →

Have you ever found yourself in the middle of disagreement, spouting hateful words?  Words that you know will cut deeply, belittle your opponent, and ensure a verbal victory.  Only to have the short-lived elation, turn into regret after the heat … Continue reading →

Where do you go when you have a question?  You know those really pressing ones—boys, parties to attend, boys, should I wear this to school, oh and boys.  Do you seek out the latest info on the internet, media, or … Continue reading →