Brittany Hutto
Manage Your Stress (Before It Manages You)
My son loves Encanto. I mean he LOVES it (who doesn't?). Of all the characters, Luisa resonates with me for a number of reasons. First of all, her song is my favorite. Secondly, my...
1 in 345: Living with Cerebral Palsy (and Beating the Odds)
I held my breath when we had the amniocentesis. The scans weren't looking good, and the doctor had many concerns. He looked up at me with heavy eyes and said that this life was...
Your Ultimate Guide to Getting Organized for Summer
It is almost summertime! This means the kids are out of school, Mom is losing her mind, and the Florida heat is nothing to play with. With our kids' friends out of the classroom,...
I Miss My Small Town
My first home was in St. Augustine, and every one thereafter has been in St. Augustine. I'll admit, I moved to Jacksonville for two years (for school), but immediately came back home to settle...
Confidence, Comparison, Self-Love and Acceptance: Part II
Hi. My name is Brittany, and I am a recovering people-pleasing perfectionist. I rely heavily on social media and magazines to tell me what is "in." Even though I try my hardest to fit...
It’s Hard to Make Friends (and It’s Harder Keeping Them)
"Maybe we can be each other's soulmates. And then we can let men be just these great, nice guys to have fun with." –Charlotte from Sex and the City
"You've got a friend in me,"...
Donating Blood is More Important Now Than Ever
I can honestly say I was blessed to not have to deal with the fear of needles. Reading that sentence alone probably made someone cringe somewhere because of the word "needle." For the record,...
Confidence, Comparison, Self-Love and Acceptance: Part I
It's a new year — 2022 is finally here! These last few years have been overwhelming and certainly taxing on my mental health. I think we can all agree that 2020 was a bit...
Be a Good Human: Everyone Deserves to Feel Accepted
"A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to perserve and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles." -Christopher Reeves
When we received the diagnosis, I was silent. I heard what the doctor said...
The Scariest Holiday Story
Halloween is the start of my favorite season. The cool crisp breeze causes the red and orange leaves to dance in the wind. Lights and blowup yard decor go up. Neighborhoods come together to...
Prematurity Leaves Scars (You Just Can’t See Them All)
The doctor came into the room to discuss the scans that had been done earlier that same day. He introduced himself to us, sat down, and began to go over everything. When he looked...
How We Can Make the World a Kinder Place
As humans, we are always learning. We have been doing it since the day we were born. It is something we never stop doing. I am a firm believer that every day brings a...