We've all been there. We have had someone say something insensitive to us in conversation, and we get bitter or even angry as we tell them why their comment was rude. Or better yet, give them the silent treatment, making a vow to ourselves that we wouldn't speak to them again. At least not until… Continue reading I Said Something Insensitive to My Best Friend
Tag: Friendship
Wearing Her Shoes
I will never forget the first time I saw her shoes. It was a cold wintry day in November, and there I sat speechless, patting her hand while wrapping my arm around her shoulder. I didn't know what to do or say. I occasionally muttered the words, "I'm sorry," but each time I said it,… Continue reading Wearing Her Shoes
25 of the Worst Expressions to Say to Your Infertile Friend (and the responses I would like to give)
Since coming out of the infertility closet several years ago, everyone including the male cashier scanning my ovulation prediction kit has offered me their words of comfort, awe-inspiring stories of hope, as well as their golden nuggets of advice. This is why if I had a dollar for every time I was educated on the… Continue reading 25 of the Worst Expressions to Say to Your Infertile Friend (and the responses I would like to give)