Ann Elizabeth Grace, Author

Thursday night was awesome. My very first book launch party—for my very first book! Despite all of the planning, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. But even though my body was buzzing, my mind remained surprisingly calm. It was “go” time, so what was the point of freaking out?

As I took the mic and looked out at all of the supportive faces, it hit me. I mean, really hit me. How important it is to show up for each other! To toast the milestones! To cheer each other on. Read more…

Some of the old clichés about love are so true. Love conquers all. ‘Tis better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all. And yes, Breakin’ up is hard to do.

Sigh.

Recently I spent time with a friend who is going through a painful breakup. My heart ached as I witnessed the unraveling of her hopes and dreams for the relationship. She had entered the void. Read more…