Quintessential pumpkin patch photo. It would have been perfect if only it wasn't 95 degrees out! . 🤣🎃🎃😹 . If you're anything like me your mama heart is a little heavier this week. When the news of sexual assault is broadcast around the world and your friends share their own stories, it can be so disheartening. Unfortunately, I believe many of us have stories of assault, whether it happened to us or someone we know. As a mother I have two concerns, I want to shield my children from these predators and I have want to ensure they do not become part of the problem. Complacency is part of the problem. I want them to be as their father, who has stepped in when he's seen these situations arise. As a writer I will continue to share my concerns with you and I commend all men and women who step forward to share their stories. I'm so, so sorry you have to do so. I'm reaching through my screen to give you my love and strength. Thank you. #1in4 #beawarrior #writerlife #speakout #momlife #mamabear #pumpkinpatch #pumpkinspice #pumpkincarving #fallishere #sortof #octoberphotochallenge #octoberlove #pumpkinspiceandeverythingnice #liveoutloud #getoutside #dontforgetsunscreen #momminainteasy #parenting #parenthood #quintessential #dadlife #fatherhood #motherhood #motherhoodunplugged #motherhoodintheraw #honestmotherhood #thisawkwardmom #momoftheyear