13 Reasons Why I Didn’t Like ’13 Reasons Why’

June 05, 2017 by Kayt Molina

I want to talk about these issues. I want there to exposure for the real, gritty, messy, difficult things that teens are dealing with. I want shows that tackle them in a provocative way, that help teens feel understood and raise awareness. I want projects that educate and inform, offer hope, offer help. But 13 Reasons Why is not the education we need.

I locked my two year old in her room from the outside … with no key.

June 05, 2017 by Kayt Molina

The moment I heard it go *click* I realized what I had done. I had locked my two year old in her bedroom. From the outside.

The Invisible Mother (and the struggle to be seen)

June 01, 2017 by Kayt Molina

“Nice, to meet you, Johnathan. And who is this with you?” I said, glancing up at his mother.
He raised a brow and said, “Just my mom.”

Later that night, after putting my own daughter to bed, Johnathan’s words were still ringing in my ears. “Just my mom.” “Just my mom.”