Personal Crisis

I hit him. Yes. The man I loved. The father of my children. I hit him. I can’t remember why it happened. The only memory I have is this snapshot: …

I’d gone into this pregnancy with a strong and positive mindset. Because of the horrible post-natal depression I’d suffered after giving birth to Jai, I needed to ensure I didn’t …

2000 October 28th: I ask Maanav why nobody told me about this before. I tell him I don’t think it’s a good idea. I don’t remember his response. I’ve shut …

January 11th: My entire head swelled up to catch up with my ears.  And now, it’s spread to my whole body. Every inch of me is covered in whelts that …

September 4th: I had to wait 3 months since the last op before he could go in again. He said he’s drilled holes in my ovaries again and also lasered …

The following happened in this order as I remember it, but I’ve taken some creative license with the timeline and dates to write it in a present-day format. I obviously …

Good Friday falls every year on the Friday before Easter. It’s a sad day of mourning and loss as Christians commemorate the crucifixion of Christ. I’m not exactly sure why …

A note before you read this one: If you’re wondering why I’m giving so much detail about trying to feed my baby, it’s because it’s important later on in the …

London, England – 2004 I jolt upright in bed, doubling over. I wrap my arms around my torso as tightly as possible, rocking back and forth. My mouth is gaping, …