Author: Ciana

  • Father’s Day

    Father’s Day

    6.15.25 Growing up, I was blessed with two dads. My relationships with each of them are night and day, but I’ve come to love and appreciate them both for who they are. It hasn’t always been simple, and I have some daddy issues. I know I am loved, and I carry that with me. That’s Read more

  • Saturday

    Saturday

    6.14.25 I don’t even know what to say about how excited I was to run a few errands, go grocery shopping, and then come home to make summer pasta salad. Welcome to middle age, single, woman in recovery life goals. It was exactly how I wanted to spend this Saturday. There’s something so deeply satisfying Read more

  • Proof of Progress

    Proof of Progress

    6.13.25 This week has been nonstop. Work is ramping up with the summer homebuying season in full swing. It feels good to be busy — like I’m useful, like I’m contributing — but mentally, I’m tapped out. My brain is done for the week, and I’m ready for a couple of days to rest, reset, Read more

  • Small Acts, Big Love

    Small Acts, Big Love

    6.12.25 Every morning I wake up feeling grateful for my sobriety and the chance to keep making living amends. It’s something I try to do every day — showing up, being present, doing the right thing even in the small ways. I’ve always loved small acts of kindness more than big, flashy stuff. Whether I’m Read more