Heather S. Kish lives in Old Town Alexandria, VA. A mom to two beautiful humans, she enjoys wearing lipstick every day, a cup of freshly sharpened pencils, green juice in the morning, and writing about the quirks and joys of life. She is a firm believer in romanticizing one’s life and expressing gratitude every day.
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Heather S.'s Articles
I never thought it could happen to me.
, June 21, 2022
3 Min Read