charity
Charity is a newly-single mom of three with a son born in 2012 and identical twin daughters born in 2017. She lives in Monroe and has been writing for Fairfield County Mom since 2019. Charity is a full-time speech-language pathologist, working with patients all across the lifespan. She is also an intuitive medium. In her life before children, Charity was a professional stage manager, working in theatres throughout Fairfield County. Charity is passionate about her family, career, ballet (which she began at 39 years old!), musical theatre, and her amazingly-supportive friends as she begins a new chapter in her life. She firmly believes that you are never too old to stay stuck in a situation that is causing you pain. You can follow her on Instagram at @charityferris.
The Divorced Mom’s Diary: A Failed Marriage?
Years ago, when I heard the word “divorce,” I always equated it with “failure.” I grew up thinking divorce was bad, or at least...
The Divorced Mom’s Diary: Dating a Dad
I never wanted to date a single dad. I figured it would make things too complicated. I’m an older mom and already have three...
A Letter to My Oldest Before He Becomes a Teenager
To my first baby,
In just a couple of weeks, you are turning twelve. It’s the last year before you become a teenager.
You have walked...
Just Me and My Three Do Disney in One Day
“Mama, you’re so crazy!” one of my 7-year-olds exclaimed when I told my three kids I was taking them to Disney for one day...
I’m Thankful My Marriage Fell Apart
When I got married, I was apprehensive, but I never thought I’d actually ever get divorced. There were always issues, but there was never...
Lessons Learned From My Patients
May is Speech-Language-Hearing Month. I've been a speech-language pathologist (SLP) for ten years and always believed that my patients are my greatest teachers. Recently,...
The Divorced Mom’s Diary: Dating Post-Divorce
When my ex-husband and I decided to get divorced, dating was the last thing on my mind. I pretty much swore I wouldn’t be...
Sweet Potatoes: The Unsung Heroes of My Kitchen
When someone asks me what my favorite food is, they are usually surprised by my answer: Sweet potatoes. It sounds random, but since I’ve...
“Nesting” During Divorce: What Is It and Is It Right for Your Family?
I haven't exactly been quiet the past few months about getting divorced last year. It was initially challenging to discuss in a forum as...
My First Holiday as a Single Parent
It had all been theory until now: Spending the holidays with only my kids and me. When we decided to separate just after Christmas...