Being a Happy Mom

Show of hands…who does not find it natural, or easy, to be joyful? (I’m raising my hand). My resting face is contemplative, or so I’ve been told, so I often look mean even when I’m feeling fine. I recall in high school being asked if I was upset when I was just thinking. But in addition…

Dear Doctor, I am not an idiot…an open letter from a mom who says no to vaccines

    Dear Doctor, I saw the look of shock and horror on your face when I told you that my baby is not vaccinated. I heard your condescension, and your censure, and I noted that you suddenly reduced your vocabulary to elementary school level to explain to me that my child is in grave danger because…