Truth in a Cacophony of Information
In September of 2013 Here is what my younger self wrote about truth: “Truth is an interesting thing. There are some people who see the truth as based on their own interpretation. They believe what they choose whether or not it is truth as others see it. In fact, we all choose the truth we […]
Why It’s Okay to Talk to Yourself
We’ve all done it. You’re standing in the kitchen, opening the fridge, and muttering to yourself, “Where did I put the milk?” Or maybe you’re in the middle of a busy workday and quietly say, “Okay, one step at a time.” Some people laugh it off. Others wonder, “If I talk to myself, does that […]
Finding Clarity in Utah’s Fall Outdoors
October in Utah carries a certain magic. The days are crisp, the air carries a hint of woodsmoke, and the canyons light up in fiery shades of red, gold, and orange. Fall colors change quickly, creating a sense of urgency to get outside before the beauty fades. Answering that call doesn’t just give us a […]
Service Animals Allow Individuals with Disabilities Freedom and Independence – Part 3
Since bringing home Babe the service dog, and writing my first two articles about our experience, I have been asked several questions regarding why our family opted for a service dog. I decided to dive more into my daughter’s story and what led to us making our decision. When my daughter was an infant, she […]
‘I Want to Live:’ Woman WhoLost Three Sons to Suicide, Shares Her Story
There is no way to adequately describe the pain a mother feels when she loses a child to suicide, and Payson resident, Cherri Gressmen has lost three children. It was in February of 2005 when Gressmen’s youngest child, Cameron Cunningham,18, made the decision to take his life. 13 years later, in October 2018, his older […]
Tomorrow Needs You
I have spent years traveling across the United States, walking into schools, prisons, military bases, and communities of every kind. What I have learned is that struggle looks the same everywhere. Sadness, depression, anxiety, the loss of connection, and the fear of the unknown affect us all. From my own experience, I know emotions can […]
A Mother’s Journey Through Suicide Loss: Finding Hope Through Service
Our family’s story started 23 years ago in April 2002. We had a bit of a unique start, as a blended family. My husband had full custody of his three kids from a previous marriage, and I too had full custody of my three kids from a previous marriage. The day we married, we had […]
The Lost Art of Living in the Now
If someone were to ask you “how is it going right now?” and you were completely honest, what would you say? Would you be able to feel in your heart that things are going good or even great? Do you find it hard to be happy with your life as it is showing up right […]
Mom creating art for families of loved ones lost, in memory of 2-year-old son
When Caitlyn Burrell looks at recent family photos, there is a face missing. It is the face of her 2-year-old son, Emmett Burrell who just two years ago, drowned after wandering off out of sight into a canal in Spanish Fork. The incident happened on July 7, 2023 while Emmett was at football practice with […]
Five Summer Exercise Tips
It seems as though Mother Nature has finally finished her epic hissy fit and springs finally in full bloom. The flowers are out, the bees are buzzing and if you’re anything like me, you’re already looking forward to having an active summer. Of course that’s usually easier said than done. Running a 5k on a […]