Happy Anniversary #NotSoPrivateParts
Four years ago, the trajectory of my life changed forever. After experiencing my first miscarriage, I felt isolated and found limited resources on what to do after experiencing such a loss. There's nothing quite like heartache and feeling alone in the world. Where does one find solace? Sanctuary? Community? Being the self-starter that I am, I chose to create what I needed. After much thought and researching how to build a platform/ website, I birthed Not So Private Parts on New Years Day 2016. After one quick tap to the publish button, I shared my story of loss. I remember feeling fear and anxiety. Would anyone even read what I had just published? I had no idea that not only would you all read my story but that you would find a home here within my words and the stories of others.
Eventually, this platform would wind and weave and intertwine within itself - shifting, changing, and eventually evolving into a safe space for all looking not to feel alone. We would talk about miscarriage and loss, postpartum shedding, and gratitude for what is and what could be. We would celebrate together and feel the warmth within, knowing that others feel parenthood's weight and joys. What was initially a blog turned into a space for connectivity.
I will forever be grateful for all that Not So Private Parts have produced. I am thankful for the opportunities for expansion and the manifestation of a community that I needed very long ago. I am grateful for the creativity that's been birthed. I am the writer that I am because of this platform. Thank you.
As we venture into 2021 together, I am calling in even more expansion and abundance. I call in opportunities to invite even more people into our fold. Thank you for continuing to dig deep, be vulnerable, and share. Thank you for making this space a home. Your home. My home.