“Wow, she looks all grown up,” my grandma said as I stepped out on her back patio. “Yes! It fits!” said my mom, with more relief in her voice than anything else because she wouldn’t have to pay for a swimsuit for me that summer. I was 11 on the cusp of turning 12 … […]
“Hello?” says a muffled voice from downstairs. “Hey, up here!” I yell to my husband. It’s 6:47 pm. My diaperless toddler runs down the hall to see him while the other toddler screams as I brush her hair. “Can I get some help?” If it’s not baths, it’s the sink full of dishes. If […]
