As a young teen, somehow I made it my mother’s fault that I didn’t pursue a dream I didn’t even know I had.

Climbing a ladder in ballet shoes
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As a young teen, somehow I made it my mother’s fault that I didn’t pursue a dream I didn’t even know I had.
Kids lose stuff. They screw up. That’s how they learn.
Everyone’s got their own version of clean.
The Starry Night painting was elusive when we visited the museum.
Sometimes it’s the smallest things—a lost toy or a $6 parking fee—that push us over the edge. In this honest reflection, I share a story about a tough day in NYC, a quietly heartbroken child, and the quiet strength it takes to learn, let go, and move forward. A reminder to all busy moms: it’s okay to feel it all—and then choose peace anyway.