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As told to Brandi Lytle A few months back, I found a message from Sara in my inbox.  She wanted to share her story…  We have actually known each other…

Today is Not So Mommy…’s two year blogiversary!  On 11 August 2017, I officially launched Not So Mommy…  Two years ago, I knew I wanted to share my story.  I…

Not too long ago, I posted an image on social media that pronounced, “Every child needs at least one adult who is irrationally crazy about him or her.  That adult…

Trigger Warning:  Talk of littles and memories, dark days and grief… At the beginning of the month, I challenged us to not simply survive May, but to thrive this month…

As told to Brandi Lytle Last month, Lisa shared her CNBC story.  (Your can read that here.)  This month, Lisa is back to tell us how she’s finding joy despite…

Recently, I had the privilege of co-presenting a More to Life Webinar with Nicci Fletcher entitled, “Through the Ups and Downs.”  This was a tough webinar for me to give. …

Some people think I’m weak.  They think that deciding to live a childless life, deciding not to have a baby after trying for ten years, deciding to stay with my…

You might think it strange that I say the imperfections of life are a good thing.  But as I think back over my 40 years, some of the best moments…

Only two short days ago, I posted “The Problem with Being a Childless Aunt.”  This topic weighed heavy on my heart, and I know it’s important to be open and…

As a childless not by choice woman, my nieces and nephews have a special place in my heart.  They are my kids, so I worry about them, pray for them,…