Mary Jane Hamilton – Page 2

Bravery with Self

By: redtentwomen October 4, 2017October 2, 2017

Day to Day, Intentional LivingAddiction, Body image, Brave On Conference, Bravery, Change, Kindness, Mary Jane Hamilton, Recovery, self-care, Striving15 Comments

As I was preparing my talk for the Brave On Conference, I was searching for clues as to why March 22, 1990, was the day that changed my life. It was a pivotal day that ended my 25 years struggle of an eating disorder addiction.

Living Into Grace

By: redtentwomen September 8, 2017September 6, 2017

Day to Day, Intentional LivingAging, Change, Grace, Kindness, Loss, Mary Jane Hamilton, performance8 Comments

Recently a friend invited me to consider, “What would living into a season of grace be like for me?” I felt stymied as I began to wonder, “What if that were even possible?”

Grace Is Enough

By: redtentwomen August 2, 2017July 31, 2017

Day to Day, relationshipsbelonging, Brené Brown, disappointment, forgiveness, Mary Jane Hamilton, Restoring Relationships19 Comments

There is a sense of urgency growing within me with each passing year. It stems from a place deep in my heart that cradles the memories of what was and the reality of what is today.

First Time

By: redtentwomen July 3, 2017July 3, 2017

relationshipsGrandmothers, Grandsons, Hope, Mary Jane Hamilton, Recovery from Eating Disorder, Redemption, Telling Your Story18 Comments

“Hey, Mimi, I read your book.” I was slightly caught off guard as I began to wonder what prompted my 17-year-old grandson to be reading my book at this time of his life. My mind swirled a bit as I speculated as to where this casual conversation may take us.

Known

By: redtentwomen June 2, 2017May 28, 2017

UncategorizedBeing Known, eating disorder recovery, Mary Jane Hamilton10 Comments

“Well, look at you, Mimi!” These words tumbled out of my 18-month-old grandson’s mouth as I walked into the room wearing black-and-white striped PJ’s.