Author name: Janice at Small Steps

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Parenthood, Loss, & Purpose

I never thought I’d be here. Not as a parent, not as someone who could write about parenting, and certainly […]

Sometimes, A Turkey Sandwich is Enough

As I continue building Small Steps, I envision it as a resource that genuinely helps families—something that supports children in

The Morning After

Today hit hard. Waking up to see a candidate elected who embodies values I can’t support—racism, misogyny, divisiveness—left me feeling

Choosing Connection Over Chaos

Election Day often brings high emotions and stress—especially when the stakes feel so big, like they do this year. Today,

“Forced Fun”?: A Halloween Reflection

Halloween. It’s the night of costumes, candy, and memories—often documented with photos we think will capture the magic. But this Halloween taught me

October Theory: A New Beginning

So here’s something I never thought I’d say: social media has been spot-on with this October Theory trend. Typically, I’m not one

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