Fighting for joy, one day at a time.
This article was originally published over at The Rebelution last year, but I wanted to share it again in honor of Father's Day. My dad is one of my favorite teachers. He taught me all the classic “dad stuff” when I was little. I cringed a little the first time Dad taught me how to... Continue Reading →
2019 was a hard year for me, but it was also a huge year for personal growth. I learned or was reminded of so many things this year. I learned about myself, about other people, about life, about faith, and about real happiness. I wanted to take a little time to write this down because... Continue Reading →
So, you’re back to normal now? Recently, I’ve been caught in a deluge of this and other assumptive questions about my health struggles. Most people who ask are genuinely concerned about me and ask the question out of care and love. I can’t fault them for it. While it drives me crazy how much people... Continue Reading →
Chronic Illness is a heartless thief. Anyone who struggles with chronic illness or pain can attest to that. I have rightfully devoted a lot of time to grieving, processing and writing about the things that my illness has taken from me. Allowing myself to feel the hardness of my illness is instrumental in my journey... Continue Reading →
Alathia Hayes 