Emily Anne3 days ago7 minBooks ReviewCurious. Why do we say, "I read 3 books." or, "Go get your books." but then we go to the book store. The store sells more than one book. ...
Emily AnneJan 16 minVulnerableIn 2020 I received a new label that I wasn't prepared for; "vulnerable". That label is not necessarily bad, but when put in the context o...
Emily AnneDec 21, 20204 minWho You AreA lot of people do some of their best thinking in the shower. For me, I do my best crying there. Sure I can have some good thoughts, bu...
Emily AnneJul 2, 20205 minMasked UpI didn't really want to share this. I didn't really want to "say" anything. There is so much going in our world right now that my words...
Emily AnneMay 12, 20205 minA Disappointing First Today was my annual cardiology appointment. The one where I go and have them check to make sure my half a heart is still half and still ...
Emily AnneMay 7, 20203 minWalking RecentlyOur family loves to go on walks. We had a path in the woods behind our house. It was once a railroad but the tracks had long since been...
Emily AnneMar 25, 20205 minBut If Not. Not, What If This is not the blog post had I had planed for March. This isn't what I wanted to share or write about. Spending the beginning of Sprin...
Emily AnneFeb 26, 20203 minMomma Knows Best My mom. If you know her, you know she is a strong lady. Confident and wise. Practical and kind. Her greatest treasure is her family, sp...
Emily AnneFeb 22, 20205 minHeart DadMy dad has been a rock since the very moment our CHD journey bean. I've seen him fight and cry over what CHD has done and where it has b...
Emily AnneFeb 18, 202010 minSisters: Connected by the Heart Context: I'm the little sister. I was diagnosed with atrial septal defect (ASD) at 7 years old. It's a hole between the left and right at...
Emily AnneFeb 12, 20204 min4 Things from CHDI have never wanted people to feel sorry for me. I have never wanted to be pitied. I don't like to be patronized or disregarded. There...
Emily AnneFeb 1, 20203 minHeart Month 2020This is the month we've all been waiting for!So get out your red, brush up on your facts because... Here! We! Go!
Emily AnneJan 12, 20204 minReady for Heart Month? Here is a list of some of online shops, stores, and boutiques that sell CHD apparel and accessories for the whole family! (Literally!)
Emily AnneJan 8, 20204 minDecade in ReviewIt’s a brand new decade. We are a whole week in. Thinking back to 10 years ago makes feel old, very old. But also very nostalgic. I may not
Emily AnneDec 6, 20195 minA Few of My Favorite Things Rain drops on roses and whiskers on kittens. Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens. I hope you sing that in your best Julie And...
Emily AnneOct 29, 20194 minA Story of Survival I found a lump. It was small, life a frozen pea. Early detection saved my life & I believe that now my life’s purpose is to share my story.
Emily AnneOct 27, 20192 minHeart Healthy Meal One of my favorite; an easy to make; meal. It's delicious and heart healthy...and makes great leftovers! Enjoy!
Emily AnneOct 23, 20194 minHeart SiblingsDid you know that even though I'm the oldest of my siblings, I'm also the shortest? Did you know that all three of us sleep best on our s...
Emily AnneSep 29, 20192 minWorld Heart DayDid you know there's a National Day for just about everything? Chocolate, bunnies, waffles, sending texts to your ex...everything. And ...
Emily AnneSep 27, 20193 minYour Whole LifeThis got me. This blurry little e-card or meme or whatever it's called...it got me. It made me stop. It made me hold my breath. And I cr...