Jessica Norris
Passionate writer that is enthusiastic about writing engaging, compelling content. Excels in breaking down complex concepts into simple terms and connecting with readers through sharing stories and personal experience.
Beautiful and Terrifying
Beautiful and terrifying. My pulse quickened, the anxiety taking hold. I had thought for a moment that this would be fun. What had I been thinking when I had decided to come to this place?
Jessica NorrisPublished 9 days ago in ConfessionsLife by a thousand fingersticks
This year's July 11 marks 11 years since my diagnosis as a type 1 diabetic. Diabetes isn't like other diseases. Receiving a diagnosis of diabetes isn't the same as the doctor telling you that you have cancer.
Jessica NorrisPublished 16 days ago in MotivationThoughts from a former homeschooler
People have started to rethink homeschooling since the pandemic. The hybrid and online learning practices that were incorporated led parents and guardians to spend more time during the school day helping their children learn.
Jessica NorrisPublished 26 days ago in EducationDear Younger Me,
Dear Younger Me, What would I tell you if I could travel back? Would I warn you of the pain ahead or the mistakes you will make?
Jessica NorrisPublished about a month ago in HumansGrandma's Potato Casserole
My grandma won the golden potato award every year. While that prize should have included some sort of trophy, it consisted of verbal accolades from the whole family and anyone else who had ever tried her potato casserole.
Jessica NorrisPublished about a month ago in FeastMemorial Day
Memorial Day is a time of remembrance. It is a time to honor those who gave their lives in defense of the United States of America.
Jessica NorrisPublished 2 months ago in ServeEmpty Journals
If Weird Collectors Anonymous were an actual support group, I would need to go to it. "My name is Jessica, and I collect journals that I don't use."
Jessica NorrisPublished 2 months ago in MotivationBreakfast with Dad
My dad and I are the morning people in our family. Everyone else is a night owl. When I wake up, I'm ready to go. I can sing in the morning without having to go through much of a "wake myself up," routine. I can belt out the song "I'm a morning person." (Warning: If you click this link, this song will be stuck in your head for the rest of the day.)
Jessica NorrisPublished 3 months ago in Families
