Winter Storm 2026 hit Texas, and for the first time, I had to prepare for a winter storm while solo parenting in a state I’m still learning. From panic grocery runs and power grid anxiety to dripping faucets, manual toilet flushing, and unexpected moments of strength, this episode is a real-life look at motherhood, mental load, and doing hard things even when you’re exhausted. I share what it’s like to model bravery for your kids, the surprise of the military clearing my husband to come home early (after the storm), and the quiet moments that mattered most.